Parker Mynchenberg and Jon Sheffield
Chi Spirits Guys
Chicago's preeminent podcast on all drinks distilled, brewed or cocktailed. At least that's our opinion! We're the Chi Spirits Guys - friends in the Windy City dedicated to trying the best (and worst) spirits on the market and attempting (often failing) to explain the flavors we taste. Each week we share our thoughts (and probably too much personal info) with our listeners in Chi-town and beyond. You can't sip it all, so let us do it for you! Check out our library of episodes to find your new favorite drink. Send us your ideas and questions @ChiSpiritsGuys (Insta) or ChiSpiritsGuys@gmail.com
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Parker Mynchenberg and Jon Sheffield
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Latest episode
Jul 8, 2026
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Episodes
Alambique Serrano Rum 08.07.2026 1:30:25
The Guys are talking about one of the hottest rum brands on the market, Alambique Serrano. They try 13 different expressions from the brand, some small batches, some single casks, some handpicks from places around the country. With an all star cast (including fan favorites Vic & Bean), they break down each unique expression and tell the story of how this brand came to be.
Don Fulano Tequila 25.06.2026 34:06
Both interns, Ali and Vic, join this week to talk tequila. Also joined by extra special guest, Bean. The Guys breakdown each of Don Fulano's core expressions, discuss the brand's history and answer your mailbag questions.
Booker's Bourbon 17.06.2026 1:33:54
This week the Guys deep dive one of the classics of bourbon, Booker's. They talk about the history and sample MANY different batches and break down what makes each unique (including some very special expressions). They wrap up by answering your mailbag questions.
Spirit Hound Distillers 09.06.2026 1:04:42
The Guys discuss Colorado distillery Spirit Hound. They're joined by a friend of the show who recently visited and recounts their experience. The Guys sample through a few of their expressions and make some surprising discoveries about Colorado single malt whisky. Also, an important discussion takes place over what everyones top 3 Arnold movies are.
Fabrizia Spirits 29.05.2026 31:51
The Guys are talking about Limoncello and RTD Spritz from Frabrizia. They discuss the unique background of this New Hampshire based spirits company and sample through their new Spritz lineup as well as their OG Limoncello.
Kuleana Rum 12.05.2026 57:13
The Guys discuss Hawaiian rum brand Kuleana and sample through their 4 main expressions. Joined by a special guest, they discuss a recent event for the brand that was led by co-founder Steve Jefferson and all of the interesting facts about the distillery that were learned there.
Barrel House Distilling Co. 02.05.2026 1:39:44
The Guys discuss their recent visit to Barrel House in Lexington. Joined by their friends from Bonding Over Bourbon, they discuss the day they spent there and sample through an array of different expressions they brought back from the trip. Then wrap things up with a surprise announcement.
Kentucky Trip Day 3 21.04.2026 58:42
The 3rd day of the Chi Spirits Guys Kentucky trip unfolds, with visits to 3 more distilleries (Dark Arts, Wild Turkey and Larrikin) and a trip to Keeneland to bet on some horses. The Guys recap it all for you.
Kentucky Trip Day 2 19.04.2026 1:14:23
The Kentucky adventure continues, as the guys recap Day 2 of the trip. Visits to Bardstown Bourbon Company, Makers Mark and a stop for possibly the best burger in North America were some of the highlights.
Kentucky Trip Day 1 19.04.2026 51:24
Chi Spirts Guys is on the road! The guys and their friends from Bonding Over Bourbon are hitting the bourbon trail for a weekend of distillery visits (and overall good times). They recap Day 1 of their Kentucky adventure (mostly in Louisville) and try few bottles they picked up along the way.
Wood Hat Spirits 06.04.2026 52:27
This week the Guys are talking about Missouri distillery Wood Hat Spirits. Joined by their friends from Bonding over Bourbon, Chris and Kat share their experience visiting the distillery and share a wide variety of bourbons they picked up in the process.
Adictivo Tequila 28.03.2026 42:22
This week the Guys are talking agave again, this time it's Adictivo Tequila. They discuss the brand, the fancy presentation, and breakdown 4 of the brand's expressions.
March Madness with Planteray Rum 21.03.2026 1:10:42
To celebrate March Madness, the Guys are doing a bracket of their own...with rum. They put Planetary rums from 8 different countries up against each other in a bracket style, single elimination tournament.
Mirate 10.03.2026 56:21
This week the Guys are discussing Parker's recent trip to Southern California and the wonderful mezcal and rum bar he visited there called Mirate. Parker brought back some handpicked mezcal and rum to share with the group. They break down these unique expressions.
ASW Distillery 20.02.2026 1:01:25
This week the Guys are talking about ASW Distillery out of Atlanta. They try a variety of their unique bourbon expressions and breakdown each one. As an added bonus, the episode starts with a review of Heaven Hill 19 Year.
400 Conejos 09.02.2026 34:08
This week the Guys are drinking mezcal with friends. They explore the brand 4oo Conejos, sampling through some expressions and discussing mezcal as a whole.
Fun Rums (Vic's Farewell Episode) 29.01.2026 1:03:49
This week the Guys say goodbye to intern Vic as she moves on to the next stage of her career. But before she leaves, she's going to pod about cool rum. They sample and compare some of the very unique and interesting rums Parker has come across lately and discuss the state and future of the spirit.
The Last Drop 15.01.2026 31:31
In this bonus episode, the Guys get the rare opportunity to sample a few expressions from The Last Drop Distillers. A brand that describes themselves as "Curators of the World's Most Remarkable Spirits". The Guys break down 3 of these rare and unique offerings.
New Riff Barrel Pick Episode 06.01.2026 1:39:39
The Guys are joined by their friends from Bonding Over Bourbon to talk about a recent trip to New Riff Distilling where they collaborated on picking a few barrels. They talk about the barrel picking experience, sample the whiskies that were chosen, sample a variety of other limited New Riff offerings and answer your mailbag questions.
Ireland Trip: Redbreast 24.12.2025 1:22:02
The Guys are joined by the entire Ireland Crew (Even Bean!!!) to discuss a favorite brand of their's...Redbreast. They sample through a wide variety of Redbreast expressions they brought back from Ireland and discuss their experiences with the brand and in the country while on their famed Ireland trip.
Russell's Reserve Annual Releases 11.12.2025 42:35
In this bonus episode, the Guys talk about a few of the higher end Russell's offerings. They sample through the 13 year, 15 year and Camp Nelson and give their usual in depth reviews and hot takes.
Barrell Craft Spirits 03.12.2025 54:30
This week the Guys discuss Barrell and break down a few of their many unique whiskey blends.
Ireland Trip: Teeling 20.11.2025 1:46:00
The Guys and the Interns continue to recap their recent Ireland trip, this time discussing their trip to Teeling Distillery. They discuss the history of the brand, their experience visiting Teeling in Dublin and sample through many different and unique expressions. (We apologize in advance for the language on this one)
Ireland Trip: Midleton 04.11.2025 1:12:34
The Guys and the interns recount their recent trip to Ireland and one of the stops during it, Midleton Distillery. They discuss the experience there and, of course, taste through a variety of the distillery's expressions.
Star Union 2025 09.10.2025 45:02
The Guys revisit one of their favorite Illinois distilleries, Star Union. They try some new offerings as well as few classics. As always with Star Union, there is a variety of types of spirit. Full disclosure, the Guys were on one for this episode.
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