Plenty of bottles of bourbon bear somebody’s name: Blanton’s, Col. E.H. Taylor, Pappy Van Winkle, and shrew George Remus.
Who were these icons of Bourbon? Did Elijah Craig really invent bourbon? Why should we care about Evans Williams?
Much of the enjoyment of bourbon culture is understanding the history and culture of the trade. In this episode, Brent Brian and Chuck tell you the life stories behind the names behind some of the most interesting brands of bourbon.
We all know about top shelf bourbons. Those are the pricey bottles that you often see in the full-page ads in the whiskey magazines and at eye level in your local liquor store. But what about bottom-shelf bourbons – the cheap juice tucked away down by the floor that you don’t see unless you’re looking for them?
Are there any bottom-shelf bourbons worth sipping? In this episode, Brent, Brian and Chuck try a blind taste-test of seven whiskeys priced at under $30 to find out. And there sure were some surprises! The boys behind Distilled Bourbon Podcast encourage you to listen to our experience – and then to organize your own blind tasting so you can discover your own surprises!
How We Did It
Distilled Bourbon Podcast conducted a single-blind taste test. While the boys were at the microphones, Brian’s wife, Justina, poured a sample of bottom-shelf whiskey into three cairn glasses and brought them into the turret, where we record most of our podcasts. The only thing the boys knew was which number they were tasting. They nosed the glasses, tasted and discussed. Then Justina brought in the next three glasses.
How You Can Do It
Plan an evening with a few friends. Each friend or couple can bring a bottle or two of an inexpensive whiskey (you can decide your own price point: $30, $25, even $20 or less). Have someone pour samples where the tasters can’t see the bottles and number them. Invite the tasters to take notes; you can decide whether to discuss them among yourselves as you taste them. At the end, the server can reveal what sample No. 1, No. 2, No. 3 and so on really were. And like the Distilled Bourbon Podcast boys; Be prepared to be surprised! Most importantly, please drink responsibly – and have a designated driver available.
If you like this episode check out https://distilledbourbonpodcast.com/?page_id=19
You can find our privacy policy here https://distilledbourbonpodcast.com/?page_id=3
The Distilled Crew welcomes special guest host, Brad Schneider, to the turret to discuss our first, last and best bourbon experiences.
After you hear our stories we hope you’ll share yours by leaving a comment on this page, messaging us via Facebook or send us an email at info@distilledbourbonpodcast.com. Don’t forget to use the hashtag #firstlastbest !
“Uncle” Steve Higdon has led a fascinating life. Among his career accomplishments are he’s the first bourbon guy to go viral on Tik Tok with his 60 Second Bourbon Review and he created the fantastic virtual bourbon society, BIG Bourbon Club, which has started in person events as well.
Our Distilled Bourbon Podcast crew sits down with Corky and Carson Taylor in a rare interview to discuss their family’s legacy and award winning Kentucky Peerless Distillery products.
We cover it all from Corky’s great-grandfather, Henry Kraver, taking Worsham Distillery to new heights as Kentucky Peerless in the 1880’s through the revival of DSP-KY-50 and their new found success. And it all started in our hometown of Henderson, KY!
There is no way to describe how cool Justins’ House of Bourbon is. If you want to buy or sell a vintage bottle or if you just want to taste something special this is the place! Interested in Pappy’s, E. H. Taylor, 70’s vintage juice? You can try/buy them here.
In this episode Chuck interviews Justins’ store manager, Brian Booth, to discover how this incredible bourbon mecca came to be, how the system works including validating the offerings and which finds are Brian’s favorite.
We also enjoy a tasting of 5 barrel picks. Don’t miss this episode of life in the Bourbon world!
Like this episode you’ll love https://distilledbourbonpodcast.com/?p=179 or https://distilledbourbonpodcast.com/?page_id=19
Inspired by the awesome Facebook group Bourbon Life Nation Under $60, Brent, Brian and Chuck discuss their favorite bourbons under $60.
We cover it all from well known brands to surprisingly good lesser known labels. Grab a pen and some paper because you’re going to want to make shopping list!
If you’re in to bourbon then you should definitely join Bourbon Life Nation Under $60. Just follow this link. https://www.facebook.com/groups/bourbonlifenation (Distilled Bourbon Podcast has no affiliation with this group other than a mutual appreciation for a good valued bourbon.)
With more and more labels becoming difficult to find its becoming increasing important to know how the industry works to have the best chance to snag those elusive bottles.
The Distilled Bourbon Podcasters hit the road to visit the amazing Casey Jones Distillery.
In this episode you’ll hear about the history, heritage and future of Casey Jones Distillery from owners Peg and Master Distiller AJ.
From unique coffin stills to the natural phenomenon that inspired one of our favorite products, we discuss it all.
Don’t miss this craft distillery on the State Line Whisky Tour and Kentucky Bourbon Craft Tour. It is a beautiful, friendly, family distillery that has something for everyone.
