Whiskey@Work

Houston wanted this to be a scary podcast, Rob wanted to talk about his elk. Rob mostly won. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode, we're chasing whiskey mysteries. And we'll try to discover how Rob ended up with this bottle he has no memory of getting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Rob and Mark, your everyday bourbon and scotch guys, as they take a wild ride into the world of Serbian rakija. Their buddy Mitch brought back a bottle from his trip, and now they're about to find out if it's the real deal or just a Serbian moonshine. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can Houston convince Rob that Canadian whiskey holds more influence than American bourbon? Have you met Rob? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Houston gets one more week to tell a couple of good whiskey stories. The crime of PappyGate and the inspirational story of Horse Soldier Bourbon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Mark on a solo adventure through the rich history of Bushmills Irish Whiskey, the world's oldest licensed distillery! While Rob's off in DC trying to rig an election, Mark will be diving into the tales of this iconic Irish brand. From their humble beginnings to their legendary flavors, we'll explore the stories behind the smooth taste of Bushmills. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m...

Welcome to our 202nd episode! Everybody else celebrates their milestones on numbers that end with zeros. Not Rob and Mark. They celebrate when the time is right for them. They are the Benchmark of whiskey podcasts! No, wait, they're drinking Benchmark on the podcast. They really need to get their s*** together. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rob and Mark have been called a lot of things. Handsome? Not really. Funny? Eh, maybe. Arrogant bastards? All the time. Arrogant Bastard is also what they call this whiskey created from a collaboration of Stone Brewing and Foundry Distilling Company. Let's see if we can match their energy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Whiskey@Work, join us as we sip on Blue Note Juke Joint Whiskey and explore the origins of the terms 'juke,' 'blue note,' and 'Beale Street.' Rob will also have to explain how the words "note" and "run" confuse him. It'll make sense when you listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does it take to go from underdog to champion? I shot of bourbon, apparently. The story of Never Say Die. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The history of the Sazerac cocktail is pretty interesting. So is making it without breaking a glass. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rock 'n Roll, hockey and whisky. That's what you get when you talk to a bunch of Canadiens. Johnny McCuaig, Al Morrison and Graham Templeman of Arcana Kings hang out with Rob and Mark to crack open a bottle of Lucky Bastard. The coolest part about this? We may have been the first in America to have a taste! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the rally, comes the whiskey. We sit down to talk with Jason Dvorak of Mr. Liquor about the all-new Loud American Jack Daniel's Single Barrel on the shelves and ready to drink! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode, we're talkin' craft distilleries. The history, the boom, and where they go from here. Plus, we'll sip on two from Colorado. Also, will anyone be in North Dakota over the next few days? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Let's head into the world of oat whiskey in this episode featuring Bickering Bros. 1804 Oat Whiskey. Join us as we delve into the unique qualities and intriguing history of this lesser-known spirit. Learn about (sort of) the distinctive characteristics that oats bring to whiskey, the challenges of crafting it, and what makes Bickering Bros. 1804 stand out. And the best part? Bickering Bros. is rig...

What does "Old No. 7" mean? What does the 46 stand for on Maker's Mark 46? How many bottles a week is too many bottles to finish off? OK, that last one is a joke, sort of, but we crunched some numbers when it comes to whiskey, scotch, and bourbon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This podcast won't be for everyone, let's just get that out in the open. If you're a whiskey purist, take a pass. But if you want to know more about one of the most popular whiskies ever, stick around. Because this show is about to taste like heaven and burn like hell! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're cracking open dusty records and creaking open forgotten warehouses, sort of. What's the deal with "ghost distilleries"? Our buddy Gabe gives some insights and helps Rob and Mark review a couple of pretty good whiskeys. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Baker's 7 has never been on our radar, until now. Named after a sixth-generation Beam, it's worth checking out. Plus, what ten bottles would you recommend to someone who is just starting their bourbon journey? We'll give you ours! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Deutschland! The country that perfected beer. But let's turn our attention to their upstart whisky distilleries. Mark and Rob will be drinking Slyrs Classic plus asking the most important question..."Why does Germany have SO MUCH Eagle Rare?!" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rob and Justin enjoy a bottle of Weller this week while Houston is in Germany! Keep an eye out for the upcoming raffle- a chance to try some of an Old Forester Birthday Bottle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We have reached a point in the podcast when we find bottles that we forgot we purchased. And it turns out it is all for a good cause. Plus, did you know Rob has been arrested THREE TIMES?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've had a bottle of Pendleton 20-year Director's Reserve sitting on our desk for a couple of months just waiting for the right opportunity. No better time to crack it open than when sitting down to talk with Tiff Robertson from the Western Legacy Foundation about Back When They Bucked. And again we'll try to answer the question about why American cowboys and cowgirls like Canadian whiskey so muc...

We'll be swirling, sipping, and discussing everything from Woodford Reserve's extravagant Derby bottle to Nick Offerman's latest Lagavulin collaboration. Plus, we'll unpack the recent drama at Buffalo Trace Distillery and unwind with a review of Widow Jane's decadent new release. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we'll explore the enigmatic origins of Larceny bourbon's name. Then, we raise a toast to Basil Hayden's triumphant return of their "Subtle Smoke" expression. Plus is this either the greatest or dumbest name ever for Whistlepig's latest single malt release? And to finish on a high note (see what I did there?), we'll swirl, sip, and discuss the DEA's long-awaited reschedule of canna...