The Scotchy Bourbon Boys

Send us Fan Mail We share how a promise to make a honey bourbon became a labor-heavy infusion method, why Texas heat shapes price and flavor, and how Guadalupe evolved from a winery barrel swap to direct Portuguese port casks. The craft boom, bank-fueled bloat, and the power of fan communities round out a candid look at where bourbon goes next. • honey-infused bourbon built with stave-soaked wildf...

Send us Fan Mail We taste Booker’s Jerry’s Batch, honor Jerry Dalton’s legacy, and tell the story of how a painting, a vintage serial number, and a shared hunt formed our friendship. The pour leads to a rare perfect score as we break down vanilla glaze, caramel apple notes, and a finish that glows more than it burns. • why Jerry Dalton matters to Beam’s lineage  • nine-warehouse blend and what 11....

Send us Fan Mail Ashley Barnes walks us through the craft behind Lucky Seven’s luxe finishes and Curley’s everyday versatility while we trade festival stories, hotel speakeasy tips, and single-barrel wins. From refurbished French oak to five-day Amburana cycles, we dig into how consistency, balance, and smart lab design keep each pour true. • Lucky Seven’s luxury profile, cigar-lounge vibe, and ag...

Send us Fan Mail We trade perfect bar seats for a once-in-a-lifetime OFC pour, walk the river at Bourbon on the Banks, and put Augusta’s 13-year hazmat through a full Barrel Bottle Breakdown. Between dusties, cigars, and cathedral oak, we weigh power against poise and land on what makes a pour memorable. • platform updates, memberships, and feedback asks across YouTube, Apple, Spotify, TikTok • Bo...

Send us Fan Mail We recap a fast, generous, and unforgettable Bourbon on the Banks weekend—from Whiskey Thief’s bonfire kickoff to rare pours at House of Commons—and finish with a Four Roses OBSK single barrel breakdown that scores 16/18. Along the way we visit Four Roses, Wild Turkey, Buffalo Trace, and more, and share why recipe literacy turns casual sipping into confident selection. • sponsor s...

Send us Fan Mail A live conversation from Kentucky Bourbon Festival with Augusta Distillery’s national brand ambassador Matt Groves, explores how a small river town builds a premium, single‑barrel bourbon brand while keeping community at its core. We taste Buckner’s 10 and 13, unpack Old Route 8, announce surprise drops, and share a vintage 1946 pour that connects past to future. • festival energy...

Send us Fan Mail We map out the full Bourbon on the Banks weekend—kickoff at Whiskey Thief, Friday auction, and a citywide Saturday—then rate The Beautiful and the Damned’s “The Last Lion” with a balanced, peach-forward breakdown. We share how to join the fun even without tickets and where to find us live. • sponsor shout for Whiskey Thief tasting rooms and barrel picks • travel plans, live podcas...

Send us Fan Mail Black Diamond Bourbon combines innovative boxcar aging with a thoughtful blend of Middle West and MGP whiskeys to create a uniquely Appalachian expression that honors Ohio's coal mining heritage. • A bourbon that scores an impressive 15/18 on the Old Louisville Whiskey Company's barrel bottle breakdown scale • Mash bill of 71% corn, 24% rye, and 5% barley bottled at 103...

Send us Fan Mail The Scotchy Bourbon Boys taste the new Star Hill Farm American Wheat Whiskey from Maker's Mark and discuss their connections with the distillery and upcoming barrel picks. This 114.7 proof whiskey made from a blend of seven and eight-year-old wheat whiskeys showcases Maker's Mark's commitment to regenerative farming practices. • Star Hill Farm American Wheat Whiskey...

Send us Fan Mail The Scotchy Bourbon Boys conduct a blind tasting of three years of Maker's Mark Cellar Age releases to determine which vintage delivers the most exceptional flavor profile. Our expectations are completely overturned when the 2024 release unanimously wins with its stunning caramel, cherry, vanilla, and apple notes, scoring a perfect 19/18 on our rating scale. • We discuss our...

Send us Fan Mail We explore Booker's Reserve 2025, a groundbreaking bourbon finished in tequila barrels that creates a unique flavor experience unlike any previous Booker's release. • First-ever finished Booker's bourbon and first tequila finish in the Beam portfolio • Barrels traveled from Kentucky to Mexico and back, creating a global whiskey story • Aged 8 years, 10 months, 11 da...

Send us Fan Mail Rebekah Neeley from Neeley Family Distillery joins us to share their latest innovations and a tasting of uniquely finished whiskeys from their Sparta, Kentucky distillery. From their upcoming three-chamber still to award-winning experimental finishes, Rebecca demonstrates why small, family-owned distilleries are at the forefront of bourbon innovation. • Neely is installing a three...

Send us Fan Mail Tiny recounts the Scotchy Bourbon Boys' action-packed week at the Kentucky Bourbon Festival, highlighting distillery tours, bottle releases, and unforgettable experiences. The team captured professional-quality content throughout the festival while collecting exceptional bourbon. • Pre-festival activities included podcasting at Neely Family Distillery and hosting a fan meetup...

Send us Fan Mail In our Last Podcast Of Season 6 The team visits Iron Fish Distillery in Thompsonville, Michigan, where they explore the nine-year-old farm-based operation producing grain-to-glass whiskey with locally grown ingredients including their signature hazelnut rye. • Iron Fish grows over 80 acres of hazelnut rye, having recently harvested 100,000 pounds for their whiskey production • Sta...

Send us Fan Mail The Scotchy Bourbon Boys taste and rate Old Fitzgerald 7-Year, finding this Heaven Hill wheated bourbon delivers impressive butterscotch and toasted coconut notes at a reasonable price point. • Old Fitzgerald 7-Year is part of Heaven Hill's wheated bourbon program including Larceny and other Old Fitzgerald expressions • This bottled-in-bond 100 proof bourbon presents rich car...

Send us Fan Mail Walter Zausch and Lisa Roper-Wicker share the exciting news of Lisa joining Whiskey Thief Distilling Company as their master distiller, a perfect pairing that feels like she's been part of the team for years rather than months. • Lisa is overseeing increased production with four fermentations currently running • Whiskey Thief is planning to build additional rick houses on the...

Send us Fan Mail We explore the innovative world of RD1 Spirits with Barry Brinegar and Dr. Jared Gollihue, discovering how scientific methodology is reshaping bourbon finishing techniques at their new Lexington distillery. • RD1's journey from honoring William Tarr's 1865 legacy to becoming pioneers in wood-finished Kentucky bourbon • Dr. Jared Gollihue's scientific approach to woo...

Send us Fan Mail The Scotchy Bourbon Boys welcome Randy Prassy, Kentucky Bourbon Festival President, to discuss major improvements for the upcoming festival including a transformed VIP experience and expanded distillery footprint. • Complete transformation of St. Joseph's Church parking lot into a premium turf-covered distillery area with shade structures and cooling fans • Expansion of the G...

Send us Fan Mail Green River Distilling Company partners with the US Army to create a special 250th anniversary bourbon bottled at a meaningful 111.1 proof to commemorate Veterans Day. The collaborative project reflects Green River's long history of supporting veterans dating back to the distillery's founding by J.W. McCulloch, who gained favor with veterans that helped secure an 18-year...

Send us Fan Mail We explore Milk & Honey (M&H) Israeli whiskey, a groundbreaking single malt aged at the lowest place on Earth. The Dead Sea location creates extreme maturation conditions, with temperatures reaching 124°F and extraordinary atmospheric pressure resulting in a complex whiskey despite its young age. • First whiskey ever aged in the Dead Sea region, 1,400 feet below sea level...

Send us Fan Mail We take listeners along on our bourbon hunting adventure in Chicago, revealing how the Windy City's whiskey scene differs dramatically from our experiences in Ohio and South Carolina. • Discovering the density of Chicago's liquor stores – passing 13 stores on one drive to Wrigleyville • Scoring Weller 12 for $50 at Woodman's during a massive 17-case drop • Finding a...

Send us Fan Mail Middle West Spirits has emerged as a powerful force in American whiskey, acquiring Old Elk Whiskey and expanding with a massive 75,000 square foot facility that produces 14,000 barrels every three months. • Founded in 2008 by Ryan Lang with a commitment to Ohio-grown grains and local production • Recently acquired Colorado-based Old Elk Whiskey to secure its future with a dedicate...

Send us Fan Mail Tiny explores how bourbon connects us during life's most meaningful moments, sharing how he honored his wife's uncle Peter with special whiskeys that brought family together in remembrance.  • How bourbon serves as the social glue during celebrations and life transitions • The special whiskies shared at a Wisconsin memorial service, including Baker's bourbon and JW...

Send us Fan Mail We celebrate our 500th podcast episode with special guests Greg Schneider, Super Nash, Nobs, The Whiskey Doctor, Whiskey, and Bourbon Annie, reflecting on our journey from skeptical whiskey beginners to respected voices in the bourbon community. • Began with Tiny and Young Nose in 2018 when they couldn't believe bourbon could taste like crème brûlée • First recorded podcast f...

Send us Fan Mail A backyard pond, fresh catfish, and bourbon that tastes like pomegranate? The latest Booker's release "By the Pond Batch" delivers an unexpected twist in the iconic barrel-strength bourbon lineup. Picking up this treasure at the Jim Beam distillery during a bourbon-packed Kentucky weekend, I couldn't wait to crack open batch 2025-02 and share my thoughts. Comin...