Bourbon Matters

The guys try Hard Truth's Sweet Mash Rye, explain what "sweet mash" means, and give an unsolicited Taco Bell advertisement.

In this episode, the guys talk about a tasting event they attended the night before and taste the High Rye Bourbon offering from Blue Run.

This week, the guys recap the March Dramness Bracket and get back to basics with a smooth, easy going bourbon that everyone can enjoy: Basil Hayden. 

In Part 3 of our blind bracket taste tournament, the guys sample the 4 top contenders, advance the superior pours, and determine a Champion of Bourbon (or at least out of the 8 submissions)! 

The guys have entered 2 bottles each, and the Bourbon Wives each entered one, into a blind tasting bracket which will determine an ultimate bourbon champion (at least out of the 8 picks in the bracket)! In this episode the guys pit Bourbons W and X against each other, and Bourbons Y and Z. The tournament will conclude in the third episode of the series where we will crown a Champion!

The guys have entered 2 bottles each, and the Bourbon Wives each entered one, into a blind tasting bracket which will determine an ultimate bourbon champion (at least out of the 8 picks in the bracket)! In this episode the guys pit Bourbons A and B against each other, and Bourbons C and D. Come back next episode for Bourbons W, X, Y, and Z. The tournament will conclude in the third episode of the...

On the final episode of our Top 5 Findable Whiskey series, we try Jake's picks and try Woodford Double Oaked and Elijah Craig Small Batch. Jake's other 3 picks are Willet Family Estate Rye, Garrison Brothers Small Batch Bourbon, and TX Bourbon.

On the second episode of our 3 part series on the Guy's Top 5 Findable Whiskeys, we get Dan's picks and try James Pepper 1776 Bourbon and Jefferson Twin Oak. Dan's other 3 picks are Maker's Mark, Smooth Ambler Contradiction Bourbon, and Buffalo Trace Bourbon.

On this first episode of our Top 5 Findable Whiskeys series, Roberto gives us his top picks and we taste Willet Pot Still Bourbon and Bulleit Rye. Roberto's other 3 top whiskeys are Knob Creek 9, Basil Hayden 10 year, and Elijah Craig Rye.

In this Bonus Episode, we try 3 expressions from Smooth Ambler out of West Virginia - Contradiction Bourbon, Old Scout Straight Bourbon, and Founders’ Cask Strength Series Rye. Give these a try. You won’t be disappointed!

In our seventh episode, we talk about new rare releases and a developing Chinese whiskey market. We then sample High West’s High Country Single Malt whiskey. A mild, fruity, fragrant dram that will please a sophisticated palate. After discussing its flavor profile, we surprise ourselves and decide to try 2 more whiskeys from High West. Cause, why not?! Tune in to see what happens when we do a trip...

For our sixth episode, we discuss different barrel aging processes, which is where whiskey matures and gets its flavor. We then open a Chicagoland release of WhistlePig Piggyback Rye VSOJ barrel. This special release is finished in old whiskey barrels, which was then used to age Revolution VSOJ beer, and then used to finish this WhistlePig Piggyback. If you are a fan of spicy, complex ryes, then t...

For our fifth episode, Proof-essor Jake teaches us about the marketplace structure of the bourbon industry. We also discuss different finishing methods for bourbon. We then try two different varieties of Barrell Bourbon. First up is their Cask Strength Bourbon, which is blended with whiskey sourced from Indiana, Tennessee, and Wyoming. The second is a limited release called Armida, which is finish...

For our fourth episode, Professor Jake takes us back to college as we all enroll in Bourbon 101. We learn about the history of bourbon and go through some of the common terms used in the bourbon world. We then sample Colonel EH. Taylor Single Barrel. After you try it, you are going to want to put a ring on it. Follow @bourbonmatters on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook

For our third episode, we dive into the world of counterfeit bourbons and the risk that comes with buying some of the most sought-after bottles. We then sample The WiseMan bourbon produced by Kentucky Owl. The WiseMan comes with a much lower price point than most Kentucky Owl bottles, but does it come with similar quality? Follow @bourbonmatters on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook

For our second episode we discuss some new bourbon releases by TX and by Yellowstone. We then sample two proofs of Very Old Barton which is distilled at the 1792 distillery in Bardstown. Can a bourbon with a price point of less than $20 really compete with some of the high end bourbons that you commonly see on the top shelf at your local liquor store? Follow @bourbonmatters on Instagram, Twitter,...

In the first episode, we delve into American Highway, an offering from Bardstown Distillery in partnership with country star Brad Paisley. Follow @bourbonmatters on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook