Chi Spirits Guys

The guys are back talking agave again. This week they taste through 5 expressions of the G4 Tequila lineup and discuss the background and current practices this distillery is using to create some exceptional and award winning products. 

It's another Ladies Only episode and this week the topic is cocktails. Specifically, Producer Jenny puts on her bartender hat and explores some new takes on some classic cocktails. Tequila Sidecars and Gin Mojitos are just a few of the unique variations on the classics that the Ladies discuss.

This week the guys check back in with their favorite Hawaiian agricole rum distillery, Ko Hana. They discuss the unique single cane varietal approach this distillery takes to make an incredible array of expressions and go through the evolution from white rum to aged on two of the over 30 varieties they grow. There's even time for a unique cocktail that is so good it may change your mind on what an...

The guys sit down to discuss a fan favorite, Evan Williams. They break down the core lineup and try a distillery only offering that is quite unique. A few of this week's panel have some strong opinions on one or two of Evan's classic expressions. 

This week it's an all ladies episode of the show taking a look at Maker's Mark. Producer Jenny and company break down the brand's main lineup giving you the in depth tasting info you deserve. They get into tasting notes, cocktail uses and even a cheese pairing or two.

On this extra special episode the Guys deep dive into the overlooked category of Peanut Butter Whiskey. They break down 6 unique brands and give some honest feedback on each. There's also a spirited discussion over go to first date spots and the glorious majesty of Publix.

This week the guys are joined by a very special first time guest. They discuss some of the different expressions of Dewar's Scotch Whisky. The panel go off on a tangent or two in this one while deep diving the notes of these blended scotches then wrap it up by answering your mailbag questions.

This week the guys take an extra deep dive into their favorite Northern Kentucky distillery, New Riff. They explore a wide variety of New Riff offerings from seasonal releases to single barrel selections...even a gin or two made the cut. Producer Jenny shares her experience from her recent visit to their facility.  

This week to celebrate "National Margarita Day" the guys check out Corazon Tequila. They talk about some of the great things the company is doing environmentally and socially before breaking down their 3 base expressions. 

This week the guys take their first in depth look at Mezcal with Los Vecinos. They break down the different Los Vecinos expressions like sulphuric acid breaking down the sugars in an agave plant. Then they reach into the mail bag to answer one of your questions.

This week the guys discuss Fort Lauderdale, Florida's oldest distillery, South Florida Distillers. There is a lot of rum involved which is always a good thing.

This week it's a full table to talk about south Florida gem, ChainBridge Distillery. The guys discuss the wide range of spirits that they make and have an in depth break down of a few bottles they brought back from a recent trip there.

The guys are joined by a new guest to take a journey through bourbon history with Old Forester's Whiskey Row Series. The great 1910 vs 1920 debate continues.

The guys see what Tennessee whiskey is all about with an in-depth look at the offerings from Jack Daniel's. 

Just in time for the college football championship, the guys explore Alabama'a official state spirit, Clyde May's. They discuss the very unique story of its founder and examine a few of the brand's offerings. Could one of these whiskies be the key ingredient in the perfect Manhattan? One person in the group thinks yes.

This week the guys take a trip to the Caribbean with St. Lucia's Bounty Rum. They break down 4 expressions from the distillery and discuss how they stack up with some of their big name contemporaries. As a special bonus, the guys also answer a mail bag question from the listeners. 

The guys explore the first Irish Whiskey on the podcast, Teeling. They take a look at some of the history of the distillery and discuss the unique ways Teeling is differentiating themselves from other whiskies with their expressions. 

The guys get into some interesting embargo conversation while sampling this week's topic, Havana Club...specifically the Cuban variety. This brand has a particularly interesting backstory and equally interesting rums.

This week we do a deep dive into Cincinnati Distilling. Producer Jenny sat down for an interview with a member of their team and got the full story on the brand and all of their exciting offerings. Parker and Jon also get to try a few of them and give their takes.

The third and final match of the Fantasy Spirits Contest. The series is tied 1-1 with bragging rights and a bottle of bourbon on the line. Stephen joins the show as a guest judge. Who will be the big winner?

In this rare beer episode the guys and guests sample a wide variety of this season's Christmas beers. They try a wide variety of brands to see what holiday beers will be the best to celebrate with this season.

In a special Thanksgiving edition of the podcast the guys enjoy some turkey, some Wild Turkey. They discuss some of the wide variety of Wild Turkey expressions as well as what they are thankful for this holiday season.

The guys try out some rum from a distillery in Parker's hometown. After a recent visit to the Copper Bottom distillery there was plenty to talk about from their variety of products to their production process.

The second match of the Fantasy Spirits Contest. Jon has a 1-0 series lead. We'll see if he can secure victory in this best of three contest or if Parker's team can force a winner take all third match. The guys are joined by special guest judge and fan of the show, Todd. Tensions are running high as the competition is heating up.

Stephen joins the pod to talk about Compass Box Scotch. Blended scotch whiskies with vastly different expressions and significant quality. The guys try a few of these and break down the differences.