Bourbon Matters

The guys discuss some of the recent acquisitions of brands and distilleries, and what the pros and cons to this growing trend are

Phenomenal Spirits CEO Karthik joins the guys to discuss the Ry3 and Izalco labels

The guys discuss twist top bottles and why there is a stigma about them

The guys talk about the newest Gold Eagle barrel pick from Whiskey Acres, Barrel 1250, which uses a new mash bill and new yeast strain to produce a totally new flavor profile from the distillery

The guys talk about "dusties" and why they are highly regarded as better than their contemporary counterparts

The guys talk about what the proposed tariffs on foreign goods could mean for the whiskey market here in the U.S. and around the world

Gold Eagle Jake flies solo this episode as he records with some guests from Bhakta in Poultney, Vermont. The group discusses creating their own blends of the 1928 rye and the Bhakta campus

The guys address some common whiskey myths and discuss how they are or are not true

In this episode of Bourbon Matters, the guys discuss their recent experiences with bourbon, including Jake's trip to Kentucky for barrel picks, tastings at various distilleries, and insights into new whiskey releases. They explore the nuances of different bourbons, including the impact of aging and proof, and share their thoughts on American single malts. The conversation also touches on upcom...

The guys continue their discussion around Liquor Store ownership and answer some listener questions

The guys talk to Gold Eagle Jake about how a liquor store operates, and what the ups and downs are of running the business

The guys talk about the upcoming Fall whiskey releases and which ones they are excited about

The guys talk about what kind of distillery they would build if they had $100 million to spend

The guys discuss the new, controversial Heaven Hill Grain to Glass release and what that title should really mean

The guys discuss their lists of the most improved distilleries of the past few years, and which ones they feel disappointed in

The guys welcome OG podcast host Roberto back to the podcast and talk about his Texas whiskey adventures

The guys talk about some of the major trends in the whiskey industry over the past few years: which ones came and went, and which are here to stay

The guys discuss Bardstown Bourbon Co., which they have some differing opinions on

Dan returns! And brings Whiskey Acres 7 year bourbon, the 2024 release. The guys talk about the new release and compare it to last year's

The guys talk about their personal purchasing strategies at the request of a listener!

Jake and Jake are joined by Ephraim, distillery rep for Chattanooga, to discuss the Chattanooga BiB, Rye, 111, Founders Blend, and more

The guys discuss Campbeltown region in the final episode of the Scotch Matters mini-series. Campbeltown scotch has a wide diversity of flavors for only being home to a handful of distilleries.

The guys talk about the Highlands and Speyside regions of Scotland and recommend some good value whiskies from each

Jake and Jake are joined by Bruce Perry of Torabhaig, Mossburn, and Caisteal Chamuis to discuss making whiskey on the Isle of Skye (the most remote island in Scotland) and how blended Scotches have begun to regain the respect of the market

Jake and Jake discuss the island region of Islay this week on the limited Scotch Matters takeover! They discuss peat, and how Islay made it infamous.