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476 - Which Fall Releases Are Always Good? on Bourbon Community Roundtable #97 Aug 22, 2024

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On this roundtable we talk about upcoming fall releases and which ones have always been consistently reliable while others seem to miss.

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Above the Char with Fred Minnick (@fredminnick) asks if Kenny is a steak, what would it be?
What are the fall releases that always hit?
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Whiskey Quickie: Little Book Chapter 8 “Path Not Taken” Whiskey Review Aug 20, 2024

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Little Book Chapter 8 “Path Not Taken”. This 4-18 year old whiskey is 118.2 proof and $160 MSRP. Let us know what you think. Cheers!
DISCLAIMER: The whiskey in this review was provided to us at no cost courtesy of the spirit producer. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review. This is our honest opinion based on what we tasted. Please drink responsibly.

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TWiB: KDA Joins The World Spirits Alliance, TikTok Allows Alcohol Advertising, Michter’s US1 Toasted Barrel Finish Bourbon Aug 16, 2024

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It's This Week in Bourbon for August 16th 2024. Kentucky Distillers’ Association has been inducted into the prestigious World Spirits Alliance. Social media giant TikTok has quietly updated its advertising policy to allow alcohol adverts. Michter’s will is bringin back its US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish Bourbon
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Castle & Key Distillery and GiantMouse Knives
Kentucky Distillers’ Association (KDA) has been inducted into the World Spirits Alliance
TikTok has updated its advertising policy to allow alcohol adverts
Remus Repeal Reserve Series VIII Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Milam & Greene Whiskey Roadrunner Single Barrel Bourbon
Chattanooga Whiskey Russian River Pinot Cask Finished
Jack Daniel’s Heroes Selection Single Barrel Barrel Proof Tennessee Rye Whiskey
Blue Note Bourbon Honey Rye Cask
Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish Bourbon
@castleandkey @remusbourbon @milamandgreenewhiskey @chattwhiskey @jackdaniels_us @bluenotebourbon @michterswhiskey
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475 - Will There Ever Be A Shortage of Dusty Bourbon? with Brad Bonds and Shannon C Smith of Revival Vintage Spirits Aug 15, 2024

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One of those indulges that we find ourself in with this bourbon hobby is acquiring a few dusty bottles. And if you've never had a dusty bourbon before, then this episode will wet your appetite for one. There's so many aspects of it but can you imagine building a business off of a non-renewable resource like dusty bourbon? That's what we wanted to know so Brad Bonds and Shannon C Smith of Revival Vintage Spirits join the show. We talk about various aspects of the dusty bourbon market and collecting vintage spirits for sale such as strategies for acquiring dusty bottles, managing inventory and cash flow, vetting buyers, and dealing with potential fakes. We also touch on some legal things but also figuring out what brands stand out in the dusty market.
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Above the Char with Fred Minnick (@fredminnick) talks about whiskey going bad with only a small amount remaining.
What led you down the dusty bourbon rabbit hole?
Were you trying to buy and acquire dusty bourbon when you were at Cork 'n bottle?
What was your strategy on acquiring dusty bottles?
Are you scared about your inventory coming to an end?
How do you manage your cash flow?
How do you vet buyers and look for fakes?
Why don't you like to resell Van Winkle?
What has changed with the Kentucky Vintage law?
What is defined as a vintage spirit?
Are Beam decanters are good gateway for those getting started?
How do you choose what to open for the open tasting bar?
What percentage of your revenue is tastings vs full bottle sales?
How do you guide someone in buying a bottle if they have a budget?
What products today do you think will be great vintages tomorrow?
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Whiskey Quickie: Russell's Reserve 15 Year Old Bourbon Review Aug 13, 2024

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Russell's Reserve 15 Year Old Bourbon. This 15 year old bourbon is 117.2 proof and $250 MSRP. Let us know what you think. Cheers!
DISCLAIMER: The whiskey in this review was provided to us at no cost courtesy of the spirit producer. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review. This is our honest opinion based on what we tasted. Please drink responsibly.

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TWiB: AB InBev Sells Master of Malt, Bourbon & Banter 30 Days of Bourbon Challenge, Woodinville Whiskey Co. 8 Year OId Bourbon Aug 09, 2024

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It's This Week in Bourbon for August 2nd 2024. AB InBev has sold Master of Malt, Bourbon & Banter will kick off National Bourbon Heritage Month with the 11th annual 30 Days of Bourbon Challenge, and Woodinville Whiskey Co. releases an 8 Year OId Bourbon.
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Mile High Spirits and World View send a barrel into the stratosphere
Bourbon & Banter 30 Days of Bourbon Challenge
AB InBev has sold Master of Malt
Newly revamped Additive Free Alliance, Inc
RD1 Spirits has hired a Research and Development Master Distiller
Town Branch Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
2XO French Oak
Woodinville Whiskey 8 Year OId Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Four Roses Distillery 2024 Limited Edition Small Batch Bourbon
@milehighspiritsdistillery @bourbonbanter @rd1spirits @townbranchbourbon @2xowhiskey @woodinvillewhiskeyco @fourrosesbourbon
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474 - Why Don't European Whiskey Drinkers Care About Bourbon? with Henrik Brandt and Linus Jonsson Aug 08, 2024

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A few months ago I came across an article on Vinepair that explained even though we are in the midst of a bourbon boom in American with everything feeling a modern day gold rush to collect every new bottle that comes out, it's the complete opposite in europe. Europeans aren't buying the bourbon boom. But why? To help dive into this, I figured we may as well go straight to the source and invite some europeans on the show. Henrik Brandt and Linus Jonsson are from Denmark and Sweden and give us an insight into what the bourbon scene looks like in their part of the world. We discuss the major issues with limited access, minimal marketing, stigma when compared to high age statement scotches, and how importing inflate prices.
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Above the Char with Fred Minnick (@fredminnick) talks about abolishing the three tier system.
How did you find bourbon even though you aren't from America?
What was the attraction to bourbon?
How hard has it been to spread the word of bourbon?
Is access the major issue why bourbon isn't proliferating?
Is there a stigma that exists about american whiskey?
Is the price too high when compared to scotch and how have the tariffs impacted it?
Are we ever going to have a culture shift?
Would having a celebrity backing help at all?
Why is blending more accepted?
How is bourbon marketed and how can you get the bottles sold off the shelf?
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Whiskey Quickie: Penelope Architect Build 10 Bourbon Review Aug 06, 2024

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Penelope Architect Build 10. This non-age stated bourbon is 104 proof and $65 MSRP. Let us know what you think. Cheers!
DISCLAIMER: The whiskey in this review was provided to us at no cost courtesy of the spirit producer. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review. This is our honest opinion based on what we tasted. Please drink responsibly.

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TWiB: Tickets Are Almost Sold Out for KBF, Yellowstone Bourbon Limited Edition, Green River 1885 Aug 02, 2024

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It's This Week in Bourbon for August 2nd 2024. Tickets are almost sold out for Kentucky Bourbon Festival, Yellowstone Bourbon Limited Edition features 7-year and 17-year aged bourbons, and Green River 1885 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey goes after the on-premise.
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Tickets are almost sold out for KBF
Whiskey House of Kentucky gets a $115 million syndicated credit facility
15 STARS Three Kings Fine-Aged Whiskey
Yellowstone Bourbon Limited Edition
Green River 1885 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
@kybourbonfest @ricky_15stars @yellowstonebourbon @greenriverdistillingco
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473 - Moments That Define Modern Bourbon History Aug 01, 2024

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Bourbon has a rich history but if you're drinking bourbon right now, you're not doing it because you just found out that a new category like single barrel was created. There are many moments that have now defined modern bourbon culture that have exponentially grown the category in the past 20 years. In this episode, Ryan, Fred, and myself come with a list of moments that we dive into and give our thoughts on what this meant. Some things we hit on are the high-end releases of Willett and the Antique Collection that spur super enthusiasts, how Maker's made national headlines from a proof change, and how social media has changed the landscape forever.
Show Notes:

Above the Char with Fred Minnick (@fredminnick) talks about the future of Bardstown Bourbon Company.
What did Four Roses do to help build bourbon?
What started the hyper whiskey geek attitude?
What special releases changed the landscape of bourbon?
How did Brown Forman take Woodford and Old Forester and resurrect the brands?
Did the proof debacle from Maker's make a big moment?
When did the bourbon media or message boards start making an impact?
How did secondary markets on facebook boost the category?
Do we feel something like Mad Men was a pivotal moment?
Pappygate took national headlines
How was Marianne being named the first woman master distillery play a role?
What lawsuits defined it?
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