The Hard Proof

Today we review the recently released cask strength bourbon & rye whiskey from Stellum Spirits. These award winning offerings are produced by Barrell Craft Spirits and bring with them the complexity and attention to detail you would expect from Barrell. Learn More: Stellum Spirits:  https://www.stellum.com Blue Collar Bourbon:  https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbon Lasting Media: ...

Today we ‘Play with Madness’ as JD brings his A-Game and surprises JP and D-Rock on some stellar pours under $50. For ‘Choose Your Cheers’ we review the latest release of Elijah Craig Barrel Proof courtesy of our friends at Heaven Hill Distillery.  Learn More:  Blue Collar Bourbon: https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbon  Lasting Media: https://linktr.ee/lastingmedia Promo Code ‘BlueCol...

Four Super Bowl victories was no ordinary feat, but then again, Terry Bradshaw was no ordinary player. So, it makes sense that Terry Bradshaw’s Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is anything but ordinary. We talk with Terry about his award winning bourbon, and how its creation and focus is so much more than being labeled a ‘celebrity’ whiskey. We also get his thoughts on the NFL draft as well as th...

This week JP lives up to his nickname ‘The Wild Card’ by bringing in a little freedom, a bottom-shelfer, and something reminiscent of sweet tea. We also discuss whether or not to take on a new grooming product sponsor. Learn More: Blue Collar Bourbon:  https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbon Lasting Media:  https://linktr.ee/lastingmedia See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Ca...

The Kentucky Derby is May 1st, so who better to talk to than our friends at Woodford Reserve! We sit down with Assistant Master Distiller, Elizabeth McCall, as she takes through their flagship bourbon, Woodford Rye, Woodford Wheat, Woodford Malt, and Woodford Double Oaked. We also discuss their highly coveted Kentucky Derby lineup, as well as the story behind their $1,000 Kentucky Derby Mint Julep...

Our buddy and avid supporter of the show, Adam Boulden, joins us and brings in a lot of whiskey! Want to host your own Patreon Purveyor's Pours? Sign up for our Patreon here: http://patreon.com/bluecollarbourbon Learn More: Blue Collar Bourbon:  https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbon Lasting Media:  https://linktr.ee/lastingmedia See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Californi...

In this week’s bonus episode, we learn the story behind Savage & Cooke Distillery, located in Vallejo, California. Join us as we review 2 of S&C’s whiskey offerings: Second Glance American Whiskey and Lip Service Rye Whiskey. Learn More: Savage & Cooke Distillery:  https://www.savageandcooke.com Blue Collar Bourbon:  https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbon Lasting Media: https://...

The Blue Collar Boys sit down with master distiller of H. Clark Distillery, Heath Clark, and former master distiller of Jack Daniel’s, Jeff Arnett, to announce something so amazing, we decided to release this week’s episode one day early! Connect with Company Distilling: Website: https://www.companydistilling.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/company_distilling Connect: Facebook: https://fa...

Straight outta East Tennessee, King's Family bourbon sent the boys a box full of bottles! Join them as they make their way through the lineup. Connect: Facebook: https://facebook.com/bluecollarbourbon Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bluecollarbourbon Instagram: https://instagram.com/bluecollarbourbon Twitter: https://twitter.com/bourbonshow See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/p...

On a day when D-Rock brings the pours, his successful track record can make things a bit...straightforward. But today, things get spicy. Connect: Facebook: https://facebook.com/bluecollarbourbon Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bluecollarbourbon Instagram: https://instagram.com/bluecollarbourbon Twitter: https://twitter.com/bourbonshow See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy...

Mail call! The Blue Collar Boys received some samples. Lenny Kravitz sings a song. The rest is history. Connect: Facebook: https://facebook.com/bluecollarbourbon Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bluecollarbourbon Instagram: https://instagram.com/bluecollarbourbon Twitter: https://twitter.com/bourbonshow See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...

Our very first Patreon supporter, Mr. John Reis, has returned to bring about another edition of Patreon Purveyor's Pours! Traveling in from the distant land of Indiana, John brings exotic new pours...and ends up a victim to a cruel tasting... Want to host your own Patreon Purveyor's Pours? Sign up for our Patreon here: http://patreon.com/bluecollarbourbon Learn More: Blue Collar Bourbon:  htt...

JD had a pretty sweet idea this week to do another wheat shootout... and this time it's extra sweet. The guys sit down with four of their favorites, putting their tastebuds to the test to finally decide which wheat reigns supreme. Connect: Facebook: https://facebook.com/bluecollarbourbon Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bluecollarbourbon Instagram: https://instagram.com/bluecollarbo...

With D-Rock out this week, the guys got desperate and called in an old guest. Pours will be had. Stories will be shared. And the Blue Collar Boys will not be held liable for anything said on this podcast. Connect: Facebook: https://facebook.com/bluecollarbourbon Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bluecollarbourbon Instagram: https://instagram.com/bluecollarbourbon Twitter: https://twi...

If you know the Blue Collar Boys, then you know they love a good blend. Today, they sample a custom 5-way blend from one of our Patreon supporters, Sammy. Tune in to learn how to make your own Woodford 4-Grain! Connect: Facebook: https://facebook.com/bluecollarbourbon Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bluecollarbourbon Instagram: https://instagram.com/bluecollarbourbon Twitter: https...

It's another installment of Patreon Purveyor's Pours! With an A, B, C, and D pour, this episode may get out of hand - And this time, our beloved purveyor has a special connection to one of the Blue Collar Boys... Want to host your own Patreon Purveyor's Pours? Sign up for our Patreon here: http://patreon.com/bluecollarbourbon Connect: Facebook: https://facebook.com/bluecollarbourbon Facebook Group...

It's happened again! Another unsolicited bottle showed up at the Blue Collar home-base, from Texas nonetheless! This grain to glass offering from Austin has plenty of spirit to liven up your Friday. Amen! Patreon: http://patreon.com/bluecollarbourbon Facebook: https://facebook.com/bluecollarbourbon Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bluecollarbourbon Instagram: https://instagram.com/b...

Happy St. Patrick's Day, you saints and sinners! Per usual, to celebrate the occasion, the Blue Collar Boys go green, and take up some Irish bottles sure to make any pub proud...or puke. Tune in to find out! Patreon: http://patreon.com/bluecollarbourbon Facebook: https://facebook.com/bluecollarbourbon Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bluecollarbourbon Instagram: https://instagram.co...

Today, we sit down with Seth Berhneim, CEO of Broken Barrel Spirits, to go through their lineup of uniquely-aged products! WARNING: Prices may be lower than expected. Patreon: http://patreon.com/bluecollarbourbon Facebook: https://facebook.com/bluecollarbourbon Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bluecollarbourbon Instagram: https://instagram.com/bluecollarbourbon Twitter: https://twit...

D-Rock is bringing this week. Don't even bother. Wait... What's that at the end? Oh... Oh wow... That's kinda nice... Patreon: http://patreon.com/bluecollarbourbon Facebook: https://facebook.com/bluecollarbourbon Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bluecollarbourbon Instagram: https://instagram.com/bluecollarbourbon Twitter: https://twitter.com/bourbonshow See Privacy Policy at https:/...

While JP and D-Rock are out of the office, JD and Mead Man find the perfect opportunity to catch Beer Boy up to speed on our infamous shelf of shame selection. He DID say he was feeling left out... Patreon: http://patreon.com/bluecollarbourbon Facebook: https://facebook.com/bluecollarbourbon Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bluecollarbourbon Instagram: https://instagram.com/bluecoll...

The boys are back! And thanks to listener response, a new precedent has been set for blind pours. Tune in to hear a new take on 'A' and 'B.' Patreon: http://patreon.com/bluecollarbourbon Facebook: https://facebook.com/bluecollarbourbon Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bluecollarbourbon Instagram: https://instagram.com/bluecollarbourbon Twitter: https://twitter.com/bourbonshow See Pr...

On this week's bonus, the boys crack open a sampler pack from Traverse City Distillery in Michigan, featuring straight bourbon, rye, uncut bourbon, and even a cherry on top. Patreon: http://patreon.com/bluecollarbourbon Facebook: https://facebook.com/bluecollarbourbon Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bluecollarbourbon Instagram: https://instagram.com/bluecollarbourbon Twitter: https...

Line 'em up and place your bets! Who will cross the finish line in victory? Who will be left in the dust? JP brings the pours today, so it's anybody's guess. Patreon: http://patreon.com/bluecollarbourbon Facebook: https://facebook.com/bluecollarbourbon Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bluecollarbourbon Instagram: https://instagram.com/bluecollarbourbon Twitter: https://twitter.com/b...

Today, we're kicking off a new bonus series! 'Mailbag' features parcels, packages, and posts from listeners, distilleries, friends, enemies...you never know what you might find in your letterbox. Patreon: http://patreon.com/bluecollarbourbon Facebook: https://facebook.com/bluecollarbourbon Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bluecollarbourbon Instagram: https://instagram.com/bluecollar...