Bourbon Real Talk

This has been a debate in the whiskey community for decades. Should you wet your corks to preserve them in the bottle? How should you store your bottles so that the corks continue to hold a seal? Well if you were to google this question, you would find a ton of different perspectives and advice. Some of that advice coming from reputable professionals in the industry. But here is our conclusion......

Want to hear drunk Randy tell a story about a man dying from the weight of his wealth that led to Crown Royal and Belle Meade Honey? Of course you do. #bourbonrealtalk #bourbonrealtalkcommunity #bourbon #whiskey #drunkhistory #storytelling #bourbonhistory #whiskeyhistory #whiskeytips #broubontips #howtodrinkwhiskey #howtodrinkbourbon #whiskeybeginner #allocatedwhiskey #allocatedbourbon #bestwhiske...

We all know that Wes LOVES Knob Creek. And for good reason. There is a lot to love about this brand. Everything from their 9 year to their single barrel offerings are incredible. Jim Beam Distillery is one of only a few that knows how to do higher aged bourbon well. But which bottle reigns supreme? Which bottle would we crown the "King of Knob Creek"? In this episode we rank the Knob Creek...

In this episode we have a blind taste test of the World's Top Selling Bourbons - Bulleit, Jim Beam, Evan Williams, Woodford Reserve, and Maker's Mark. While all of these are amazing historical brands that produce a lot of offerings we love, we put it to the test. Where do we rank these in order of best to worst? . . . . . . #bourbonrealtalk #bourbonrealtalkcommunity #bourbon #whiskey #bour...

The other day I was at an event and sipping whiskey. Toward the end of the evening and after a few pours I didn't feel safe to drive home so I called for an Uber. Once home, I got out my breathalyzer to see if I was indeed past the legal limit. Turns out I wasn't. So this got me thinking, how many drinks would I need to have to reach a blood alcohol level of .08? I asked Lindsey if she wan...

For real, there are some folks out there that just look like complete idiots drinking whiskey. Whether they know it or not, there are things they are doing that make others look on in horror and disgust. If you want to look like a gentleman or gentlewoman while enjoying the beauty that is whiskey, you'll want to avoid these 5 things.  #bourbonrealtalk #bourbonrealtalkcommunity #bourbon #whisk...

In this episode of Bourbon Real Talk®, host Randy and his wife Lindsey interview Ian Somerhalder and Paul Wesley from the hit TV show The Vampire Diaries about their fast growing whiskey company Brother's Bond. Lindsey is a TVD superfan, so there was no way she was going to miss out on appearing in this episode. Celebrity whiskey brands have a reputation for being a gimmick, but this episode r...

Welcome to PART 2! We hate to use the word "regret". We really do. Someone poured their blood, sweat, and tears in crafting the whiskey found in the bottle. Not mention, they've spent a ton of cash. BUT, there are some bottles that didnt quite hit our palates the right way, or the value and price ratio didn't quite add up. Here are 10 of those bottles.  #bourbonrealtalk #bourbonre...

The Bourbon industry has blown up in that past few years. While it's great to see so many people finding their love and passion for Bourbon, that new found love can lead to some regret. So we thought it may be helpful to share some tips on what to buy and what you should avoid.  #bourbonrealtalk #bourbonrealtalkcommunity #bourbon #whiskey #whiskeybeginner #allocatedwhiskey #allocatedbourbon #...

You've heard us say many times on this channel that there are a lot of great shelf available and even cheap bourbons out there that taste just as good if not better than allocated whiskeys. But you will be SHOCKED when you see the results of this blind taste test! Randy sets up Wes and Jake with a DOUBLE BLIND. Meaning they do not know what the options are nor do they know whats in each glass....

With so many stores marking up their allocated and rare whiskeys it begs the question. Is this just good ol fashioned capitalism? Or is it greed?  #bourbonrealtalkcommunity #allocatedbourbon #allocatedwhiskey #pappyvanwinkle #blantons #buffalotrace #rarewhiskey Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

There's a new king in Lynchburg Tennessee! Old No. 7 might be the most well known label of the Jack Daniel's lineup, but it is not the king. We love the Jack Daniel's single barrels, but...they aren't the king. There is a new product at Jack Daniel's that takes the crown, at least according their Head Distiller. And we couldn't agree more. 🟧 PATREON :: Exclusive content, b...

For some of our newer whiskey drinkers, ordering a drink at a bar or restaurant could be a little intimidating. Especially if you are around experienced whiskey lovers. So we are here to help boost your confidence and give you a few tips on how to order your whiskey in public like a boss! 🟧 PATREON :: Exclusive content, barrel picks, hangouts, and more - https://bit.ly/3IrsIX6 🟦 BOURBON REAL TAL...

There are a lot of top X lists out there. Top 10 Bourbons, Top 10 Ryes, Top 10 blah blah blah. But what are the facts? Those are just someone's opinion, right? So let's look at the Top 5 Bourbons of 2022 in terms on volume sold. I mean, would those be the top bourbons after all?  🟧 PATREON :: Exclusive content, barrel picks, hangouts, and more - https://bit.ly/3IrsIX6 🟦 BOURBON REAL TAL...

I frequently get asked, "What's the difference between Bourbon and Scotch?" In this episode we get into some of the more well known difference AND some complex differences as well. Even if you know the difference between these two whiskeys, you will no doubt learn something. #bourbonrealtalk #bourbonrealtalkcommunity #bourbon #whiskey #scotch #scotland #americanwhiskey #distillery #whi...

You don't have to have a massive whiskey or bourbon collection to have and offer an amazing tasting experience. Collecting bottles and impressing your friends and guests in one thing, but you truly only NEED 7 whiskeys. And these are them. *NOTE: When Randy is talking about toasted whiskeys and mentions Makers Mark, he is referring to the wood finishing and private selections. #bourbonrealtalk...

We hate to use the word "regret". We really do. Someone poured their blood, sweat, and tears in crafting the whiskey found in the bottle. Not mention, they've spent a ton of cash. BUT, there are some bottles that didnt quite hit our palates the right way, or the value and price ratio didn't quite add up. Here are 10 of those bottles.  #bourbonrealtalk #bourbonrealtalkcommunity #bo...

In recent whiskey news you may have heard that MGP purchased the brand Penelope. MGP contract distilled for Penelope before, so what does this mean for the brand moving forward? Also what does it mean for the other Non Distiller Producers that use MGP now? #bourbonrealtalk #bourbonrealtalkcommunity #bourbon #whiskey #MGP #whiskeynews #penelopebourbon #penelopewhiskey #contractdistilling #distiller...

We talk an awful lot about bourbon over here. We are Bourbon Real Talk after all. But we do love a good rye whiskey. So we thought we would give you our top 10 rye whiskeys of all time. Of course this is just our personal preference, so let us know in the comments YOUR favorite rye!  #bourbonrealtalk #bourbonrealtalkcommunity #bourbon #whiskey #ryewhiskey #rye #top10 #top10whiskey #allocatedwhisk...

Sure we drink whiskey neat. And quite a bit. But from time to time, you are just in the mood for a refreshing cocktail. It doesn't make you any less of a man or woman to enjoy a mixed whiskey drink. There is nothing with that at all. In fact, they are perfect for a hot day relaxing by the pool. With summer time upon, we figured we would give you our top whiskeys for mixing cocktails. Advertisi...

The Ohio Division of Liquor Control says the 26% of worldwide alcohol consumption is illicit and 25% of that consumption is counterfeit. They say that those products cause blindness and even death. This is the argument and "statistics" used to keep consumers from being to order alcohol from their favorite distilleries and have it shipped to their home. This is dumb. And here's why... A...

If you've been around the whiskey community long, you have no doubt heard the term "tater". Heck, you may have been called a tater. But what exactly is a whiskey tater? And what qualifies one as a tater? 🟧 PATREON :: Exclusive content, barrel picks, hangouts, and more - https://bit.ly/3IrsIX6 🟦 BOURBON REAL TALK COMMUNITY - private facebook group - https://bit.ly/3XQAvlT Advertising...

Yes, you read that correctly. I've tasted literally thousands of whiskeys in my life. And there are a lot of whiskeys that I really enjoy. But when I tasted this and found out what it was exactly, it absolutely BLEW MY MIND! Let me know in the comments if you have ever tried this whiskey before and what you thought! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https:/...

And just like that we are at episode 200! Wow time flies when you're having fun and sippin whiskey! We want to take this opportunity to thank all of you faithful viewers and BRTC members. Ya'll are awesome and the reason we are still here today. We thought we would celebrate episode 200 by looking at Lindsey's Top 5 Whiskeys and for fun we put Randy to the blind test! #bourbonrealtalk...

Industry trade groups are warning the bourbon industry that our white oak forests are not sustainable. Is this true? Without enough oak trees to support the bourbon industry, what will this do to bourbon as we know it? As you know, bourbon can only be aged in new charred oak containers (majority of which are barrels). So the bourbon industry depends on the oak forest and without it, bourbon will m...