The Bourbon Hunters Podcast

On this episode of the Bourbon Hunters the fellas are joined by James from the Bourbon Enthusiast as they are included in the barrel selection process for a Woodford Reserve Double Oaked private barrel.  Tune in to listen to the selection and to hear about the history of Bourbon Enthusiast and to get a glimpse into James’ process when it comes to selecting barrels. Be sure to check out our sponsor...

On this episode of the Bourbon Hunters Jeff Thress rejoins us for the first time since our bottle kill episode.  He brings an all-star lineup of Ryes for us to taste including Baby Saz, Handy, Michter 10 year, and EH Taylor Straight Rye.  Also, tune in around the end of the episode when we announce our winner for the “bash Tyler” giveaway. Be sure to check out our sponsor, Unicorn Nation Apparel. ...

On this episode of the Bourbon Hunters we are joined by Jason C from the crazy popular Mash and Drum on YouTube, part of the Whiskey Tube sensation. He brings in some bourbon and whiskey for us to taste as we wax poetic on current topics and he fits right in by making fun of Tyler.   Be sure to check out our sponsor, Unicorn Nation Apparel.  Magical Apparel, for Magical People.  Go to their websit...

In this episode, we have Jason Ericson from Eastside Distilling out of Portland Oregon.  They were nice enough to send us four samples of their whiskey and we will be tasting those as we talk with Jason.   Make sure you visitour sponsor, Unicorn Nation Apparel.  Magical Apparel, for Magical People.  Go to their website at www.unicornnationapparel.com OR check out the link in our bio for some aweso...

Giveaway time!!!!  Pay attention at the end of this episode for details on our giveaway!  We will announce the episode on the next episode of the podcast.  On this episode of The Bourbon Hunters Brett and Dude dive into some Ezra Brooks expressions.  We start with the Ezra Brooks 99, then the Old Ezra 7, then we dive into two different Distiller’s Collection Single Barrel Picks.  Find out what we...

On this episode of The Bourbon Hunters we look into 4 different Single Barrel expressions from Old Forester.  We start with a 90 proof, move to a 100 proof, and then follow up with two barrel strength picks.   Make sure to visit our sponsor, Unicorn Nation Apparel.  Magical Apparel, for Magical People.  Go to their website at www.unicornnationapparel.com OR check out the link in our bio for some a...

On this episode of The Bourbon Hunters Tyler and Brett surprise Dude by stopping over for his birthday and they jump into the bourbon pretty hard.  So what better way to celebrate an old man's birthday than by celebrating with some older expressions?  We look into 3 different Single Barrel expressions.  Bull Run 13-year whiskey, Bull Run 15-year Straight Bourbon Whiskey, and Alberta Distillery Buc...

In this episode, we do a head-to-head review of regular Eagle Rare with that of a store pick… tune in to see which one we like better.     --Show Mentions-- Eagle Rare --Tags-- #punkrockandcocktails #thebourbonenthusiast #bourbonhunters #bourbonlover #breakingbourbon #bourbondrinkers #bourbonporn #kentuckystraightbourbon #kentuckybourbon #thebourbonalliance #bourbon #bourbonlife #bourbonlifestyle...

Welcome to another episode of the Bourbon Hunters.  Today we are opening up a Blanton’s Gold bottle and then comparing it to a regular bottle of Blantons… tune in to see which one we like better.     --Show Mentions-- Blanton's Gold --Tags-- #punkrockandcocktails #thebourbonenthusiast #bourbonhunters #bourbonlover #breakingbourbon #bourbondrinkers #bourbonporn #kentuckystraightbourbon #kentuckybou...

After discussing Tyler's odd bathroom habits, we do a quick hitter episode with a review of Cream of Kentucky batch 5.     --Show Mentions-- Cream of Kentucky   --Tags-- #punkrockandcocktails #thebourbonenthusiast #bourbonhunters #bourbonlover #breakingbourbon #bourbondrinkers #bourbonporn #kentuckystraightbourbon #kentuckybourbon #thebourbonalliance #bourbon #bourbonlife #bourbonlifestyle #bourbo...

Welcome to a special episode of the Bourbon Hunters.  Today Dude, Tyler, and Brett sit down with local Columbus Bartender and self-proclaimed Punk Rock lover, Jesse Hubbard, to discuss his newly released book entitled Punk Rock & Cocktails. We also have him make us a tasty cocktail from the book during the interview.  Don’t miss out on his book release party on March 25th, with details during this...

On this episode, Dude, Brett, and Tyler sit down with Rick Molitor of New Basin Distillery to discuss Light Whiskey while sampling some of the Strong and Strongest expressions.  Listen in to learn the differences between Light Whiskey and Bourbon. Light Whiskey?  Less Calories right? Listen in to find out!   --Show Mentions-- New Basin Distillery --Tags-- #1792bourbon #wellerbourbon #thebourbonent...

On this episode, Dude, Brett, and Tyler do a high proof wheated bourbon blind tasting.  Join in as they move through the blind tasting and ranking them as they go.  We had a blast recording this episode and blinds always find a way to level the playing field.   --Show Mentions-- Unicorn Nation Apparel Lux Row Rebel Distiller's Collection Larceny Barrel Proof Weller Antique 107 Middle West Spirits...

For this episode, Dude, Brett, and Tyler sit down with a buckshot approach to tasting from a couple different brands.  They start with 1792 Sweet Wheat, then move to 1792 Full Proof, and finish with a Weller Full Proof store pick.   --Show Mentions-- Weller Full Proof 1792 Sweet Wheat 1792 Full Proof   --Tags-- #1792bourbon #wellerbourbon #thebourbonenthusiast #bourbonhunters #bourbonlover #breaki...

For this episode, Dude, Brett, and Tyler talk about Dude’s plans for his bourbon room, while they break into some Elijah Craig expressions.  They start with the flagship Small Batch 94 proof, the Barrel Select 125 proof grenade, and the Barrel Proof C920.   --Show Mentions-- Elijah Craig   --Tags-- #elijahcraig #thebourbonenthusiast #bourbonhunters #bourbonlover #breakingbourbon #bourbondrinkers #...

On this episode, Dude, Brett, and Tyler sit down with Tim Piersant, one of the co-founders of Chattanooga Whiskey to discuss their unique history, how they brought whiskey back into Chattanooga, and their Solera process, all while having Tyler repeat already answered questions.  Tim was a great sport throughout and we think you will really enjoy this episode.   --Show Mentions-- Chattanooga Whiske...

Listen in as Dude, Tyler, and Brett sit down with Jason Brauner, Master Blender for Buzzard's Roost Sippin' Whiskeys, to discuss their history, their whiskeys, and some of their upcoming projects.  All while tasting some of the different rye whiskeys that they have available today.     --Show Mentions-- Buzzard's Roost Sippin Whiskeys   --Tags-- --Tags-- #michterswhiskey #thebourbonenthusiast #bou...

On this episode, Brett and Tyler sit down virtually over Zoom to discuss the Lux Row Distillery Rebel Yell Series.  Starting with Rebel 100, Rebel Distiller’s Collection, and Rebel Yell 10 Year Single Barrel.  They try and answer the world's biggest question... where is Dude? --Show Mentions-- Lux Row Distillery Rebel Bourbon --Tags-- #michterswhiskey #thebourbonenthusiast #bourbonhunters #bourbon...

On this episode, Dude, Tyler, and Brett discuss Ohio State's performance in the CFB National Championship game, current events, and Dude's upcoming bourbon room construction... all while cracking into Michter's Barrel Proof Rye Whiskey and Michter's Barrel Proof Toasted Barrel Rye Whiskey.   --Show Mentions-- Michter's Distillery --Tags-- #michterswhiskey #thebourbonenthusiast #bourbonhunters #bou...

On this episode, Dude, Brett, and Tyler sit down virtually over Zoom to discuss our recent Bourbon Madness experiment, our recent barrel pick, and Dude's Oak Bottle update, all while we crack into Weller Special Reserve and Weller Antique 107.   Show Mentions: Weller Wheated Bourbon   #thebourbonenthusiast #bourbonhunters #bourbonlover #breakingbourbon #bourbondrinkers #bourbonporn #kentuckystraig...

Join us for our season one finale as we break for the holidays.  This episode, Dude, Brett, and Sam sit down with head distiller Ryan Lang from Middle West Spirits to talk about the history of the distillery, and also do their first barrel selection.  Keep an eye out on the grams for information on how to get your hands on this cask strength release in early January.    Show Mentions: Middle West...

On the last episode of bourbon hunters, we followed along as Dude, Tyler, Brett, and Jeff recapped their first day of their Bourbon Trail trip while killing a bottle of Stagg Jr.  In this episode the shenanigans continue as they crack open a bottle of Heaven Hill green label and Woodford Very Fine Rare Bourbon.  Will they kill those too?  Tune in and find out… -- Show Mentions -- Single Oak Projec...

To celebrate our one year anniversary of starting the podcast, we decided to do a two part bottle kill episode with some Stagg Jr, which ends up getting out of hand and devolves into a second episode and second bottle kill with the new Woodford Very Fine Rare Bourbon.   And  just like our Stagg jr., this episode is uncut and unfiltered.      -- Show Mentions -- Single Oak Project Buffalo Trace Dis...

In this episode Brett, Tyler, and Dude sit down to to talk about some gift ides for the bourbon lover in your life, while also tasting some Old Forester single barrel picks from Bourbon Enthusiast.  Then we surprise Tyler with Elijah Craig 18 year for his birthday, which is one of his favorite bottles of bourbon. -- 2020 Bourbon Lovers Christmas List -- Premium Bar Products  Home Wet Bar Thousand...

Brett, Tyler, and Dude sit down virtually with Ariel Jahn, the national brand ambassador for Woodinville Whiskey.  We talk about the history of the distillery, new and exciting developments for the company, and of course, we sip on some Woodinville Straight Bourbon Whiskey too.     Show Mentions: Woodinville Whiskey Company #thebourbonenthusiast #bourbonhunters #bourbonlover #breakingbourbon #bour...