Episodes

Heaven Hill Tier List 18.10.2026 1:08:52

The guys build their Heaven Hill Tier list, ranking as many labels as Dan would allow

The Importance of Blind Tasting 11.10.2026 1:00:47

The guys try some (finally) recovered blind samples from a local listener and discuss how blind tasting has influenced their view on whiskey

Maker's Mark w/ Greg Buttera Pt. 2 04.10.2026 1:28:55

The guys continue their discussion with Greg Buttera, Maker's Mark rep for Illinois and the Midwest, and dive further into the history of the brand and the wood science that Maker's still engages in today

Maker's Mark w/ Greg Buttera Pt. 1 27.09.2026 54:17

The guys are joined by Illinois Maker's Mark Rep, Greg Buttera, to talk about the history of the brand and the guy's Maker's Barrel Select pick coming out later this year

Thornton Distilling Co. 20.09.2026 1:02:48

The guys welcome Thornton Distilling Co.'s founder, Andrew Howell, and Master Distiller, Ari Klafter, to discuss the Chicago area distillery and their brands

Consumer POV 13.09.2026 1:04:42

The guys discuss what it's like to be a bourbon consumer and how their buying habits have changed recently

Barrel Select Recap 06.09.2026 1:05:25

The guys discuss their Maker's Mark Barrel selection coming right off of their trip to Kentucky

Sazerac Expands 23.08.2026 49:49

The guys talk about Sazerac's new acquisition

Mashbill Mash Ups 16.08.2026 59:32

We've noticed a rise in distilleries releasing blends of different mashbills, so we're going to talk about it!

Larrikin Bourbon Co w/ Greg Keeley 09.08.2026 1:18:48

The guys are joined by Larrikin Bourbon Co owner and distiller, Greg Keeley, to talk about the brand's history and where they're going

Distro Blues 02.08.2026 1:01:26

The guys address some news stories around RNDC filing for bankruptcy and Sazerac trying to buy Brown-Forman again

Downsizing 26.07.2026 58:45

Don't worry, Dan's not fired! But the guys are talking about the market trend towards smaller size alcohol offerings

Fraud & Flavors 19.07.2026 53:26

The guys get an update on Uncle Nearest drama and discuss their personal preferences for nose, palette and finish notes

Market Update 12.07.2026 1:02:40

The guys run through some market updates from Whiskey Decision on Instagram and discuss

America 250 28.06.2026 38:31

The guys discuss some of the whiskies releasing to commemorate America's 250th birthday

Pourfolio 21.06.2026 50:36

The guys welcome Keith and Bob, co-creators of whiskey collection, tasting, and community app, Pourfolio

Superaged 14.06.2026 57:33

The guys discuss some new super-aged limited releases coming soon, and what it means for the future

Barrel Pick Reveal 07.06.2026 45:49

The guys discuss their upcoming barrel pick that our listeners voted on

Koval - Sonat Birnecker Hart 31.05.2026 1:13:06

The guys welcome Dr. Sonat Birnecker Hart, co-founder and President of Koval Distillery in Chicago, to discuss her and her Master Distiller Dr. Robert Birnecker's experience starting a craft distillery and consulting for other up-and-coming distillers

Marlene Holmes - Milam & Greene 24.05.2026 1:09:06

The guys welcome Milam & Greene's Master Distiller, Marlene Holmes, to discuss her career and the whiskey she's making at Milam & Greene in Blanco, TX

#200 17.05.2026 1:02:08

The guys celebrate their 200th episode with Roberto PDL

Buffalo Trace Tier List 10.05.2026 1:12:30

The guys rank all of Buffalo Trace's bourbon labels

Pernod/Brown-Forman Deal Crumbles 03.05.2026 45:59

The guys discuss the Pernod and Brown-Forman acquisition developments

Sazerac Joins Brown-Foreman Bidding 26.04.2026 45:52

The guys welcome back Matt Lewis, from Lake County Whiskey Club, as they discuss Sazerac throwing their hat into the ring on Brown-Forman's potential sale, as well as the upcoming LCWC Birthday Bash Get tickets here: https://shop.lakecountywhiskeyclub.com/products/lcwc-2026-birthday-bash

Home Distilling Ban Overturned 19.04.2026 47:34

The guys discuss the overturning of the Federal home distilling ban, and what it means for whiskey enthusiasts