Whiskey Shenanigans

Nicole Austin left a dead-end engineering job in New York City's sewers for a career in the spirits industry. In this episode, hear how she is now using chemistry to perfect ultra-aged bourbon with Diageo’s Blade & Bow brand.

Join Whiskey Shenanigans as Jodie Filiatreau, the artisanal distiller at Evan Williams , shares stories about how “one barrel a day” became the firm’s philosophy for creating unique tastes through small-batch experimentation.

American Whiskey Association  founder Michael Bilello is on a mission to make American whiskey the world’s whiskey. View now to see how he’s fighting tariffs, reshaping global trade, and turning US bartenders into ambassadors.

In this podcast,  Heaven Hill ’s Master Distiller Conor O’Driscoll reveals how a firm with a 90-year legacy looks to out-innovate whiskey upstarts, and turn everyday bonded bottles into gold bricks of bourbon.

Mission Craft Cocktails  co-founder Amit Singh discusses how two self-funded “non- industry” guys built bar-quality, bottled cocktails that fund over a million meals—and challenge all you may know about ready-to-drink whiskey.

How did the  Neighborhood Restaurant Group  become one of DC’s most coveted whiskey destinations? Hear how Nick Farrell and Greg Engert hunt big game bourbon and how customers hunt for the neighborhood.

Join us for an exclusive conversation with Steve Nally, a member of the Bourbon Hall of Fame and master distiller with over 50 years in the industry. From his early days at Maker's Mark working with legendary figures to pioneering custom distilling at  Bardstown Bourbon Company , Steve shares insider stories about yeast cultures, expansion challenges, and the current bourbon inventory crisis facin...

Join host Randy Warren as he sits down with Scott Neil from  Horse Soldier Bourbon  to explore an incredible journey from military service to master distilling. Discover how a group of veterans turned their whiskey-making hobby into a premium bourbon brand with bottles forged from World Trade Center steel, plus insights into how younger consumers are reshaping the whiskey industry through intentio...

Join host Randy Warren as he explores the fascinating world of whiskey investment with Jeremy Kasler, founder and CEO of  CaskX , an alternative investment fund specializing in bourbon barrels. From understanding how clear "new make" transforms into aged bourbon to learning about the explosive growth of barrel picks from the 1980s to today, this episode reveals the business side of bourbon and ann...

Ben Franzini of Bluegrass Distillers grows his own blue corn, finishes whiskey in toasted and Spanish oak barrels, and once ran a pickle-barrel whiskey experiment. In this episode, we talk farm-to-barrel distilling and the race to quality in American whiskey.

Welcome to Whiskey Shenanigans, the podcast where every sip comes with a story and every conversation feels like pulling up a chair at the most entertaining table in the room. Hosted by Randy Warren, a passionate whiskey expert, former hedge fund manager, and adventurous spirit, the podcast explores American whiskey with humor, insight, and curiosity. Randy interviews distillers, industry leaders,...

Welcome to Whiskey Shenanigans, the podcast where every sip comes with a story and every conversation feels like pulling up a chair at the most entertaining table in the room. Hosted by Randy Warren, a passionate whiskey expert, former hedge fund manager, and adventurous spirit, the podcast explores American whiskey with humor, insight, and curiosity. Randy interviews distillers, industry leaders,...

Welcome to Whiskey Shenanigans, the podcast where every sip comes with a story and every conversation feels like pulling up a chair at the most entertaining table in the room. Hosted by Randy Warren, a passionate whiskey expert, former hedge fund manager, and adventurous spirit, the podcast explores American whiskey with humor, insight, and curiosity.  Randy interviews distillers, industry leaders...

Welcome to Whiskey Shenanigans, the podcast where every sip comes with a story and every conversation feels like pulling up a chair at the most entertaining table in the room. Hosted by Randy Warren, a passionate whiskey expert, former hedge fund manager, and adventurous spirit, the podcast explores American whiskey with humor, insight, and curiosity. Randy interviews distillers, industry leaders,...

Whiskey Shenanigans with Bourbon+ Magazines Misty Blu Stewart.  Welcome to Whiskey Shenanigans, the podcast where every sip comes with a story and every conversation feels like pulling up a chair at the most entertaining table in the room. Hosted by Randy Warren, a passionate whiskey expert, former hedge fund manager, and adventurous spirit, the podcast explores American whiskey with humor, insigh...

Welcome to Whiskey Shenanigans, the podcast where every sip comes with a story and every conversation feels like pulling up a chair at the most entertaining table in the room. Hosted by Randy Warren, a passionate whiskey expert, former hedge fund manager, and adventurous spirit, the podcast explores American whiskey with humor, insight, and curiosity. Randy interviews distillers, industry leaders,...

Welcome to Whiskey Shenanigans, the podcast where every sip comes with a story and every conversation feels like pulling up a chair at the most entertaining table in the room. Hosted by Randy Warren, a passionate whiskey expert, former hedge fund manager, and adventurous spirit, the podcast explores American whiskey with humor, insight, and curiosity. Randy interviews distillers, industry leaders,...

Full video on YouTube:  https://youtu.be/ZnTf2eC5cBk   Whiskey Shenanigans Podcast catches up with Mike Diaz at St Augustine Distillery as we discuss the surprising effect of Florida heat on whiskey aging. Welcome to Whiskey Shenanigans, the podcast where every sip comes with a story and every conversation feels like pulling up a chair at the most entertaining table in the room. Hosted by Randy Wa...

Welcome to Whiskey Shenanigans, the podcast where every sip comes with a story and every conversation feels like pulling up a chair at the most entertaining table in the room.  Full VIDO episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/rfeSVW7agV4   Hosted by Randy Warren, a passionate whiskey expert, former hedge fund manager, and adventurous spirit, the podcast explores American whiskey with humor, insight,...

Whiskey Shenanigans Podcast talks with Everglades Distillers about the unique whiskey they produce in the Florida Everglades followed by an in-depth NFL season analysis and division by division winner predictions. Check out the whiskey! Check out the NFL shenanigans. In depth.  Full VIDEO version: https://youtu.be/raQGvPZNYU8

Whiskey Shenanigans Podcast uncovers more about Bourbon_and_Bikinis with Amanda Colomb. They explore Amanda's journey from wine to whiskey, and the impact of social media on whiskey culture. The conversation delves into personal preferences for bourbon and Scotch, family influences on whiskey appreciation, and the unique approach Amanda takes in her whiskey reviews. See if Whiskey Shenanigans can...

Whiskey Shenanigans catches up with the Dram Dad.  How the Dram Dad discovered bourbon.  Old Louisville tasting.  Wild Turkey: Longbranch tasting.  The Dram Dad's bourbon journey.  Mind blowing flavors.

00:00 Transitioning to Video Podcasting 01:58 Upcoming Events and Special Guests 02:17 Introduction to The Bourbon Nymph 04:55 The Journey into Bourbon 07:58 Community and Connections in Bourbon 10:56 Exploring Bourbon Favorites 13:58 Business and Bourbon: A Personal Perspective 16:05 Prized Possessions and Dream Drinks 20:31 The Pain of Being a Tottenham Fan 23:00 Ange's Future and Team Dynamics...

Takeaways Buffalo Trace has a rich history and many brands. Will Buffalo Trace offer a 50-year old bourbon? Bourbon must be at least 51% corn to be classified as such. The aging process significantly affects the flavor and color of bourbon. Barrel position in the rick house influences the taste of bourbon. Buffalo Trace has the oldest inventory in the bourbon industry. Innovation is key to staying...

In this engaging conversation, the hosts explore the intricacies of bourbon, from its defining characteristics to the experiences along the Bourbon Trail. They also delve into sports commentary, discussing the NBA and NHL playoffs, and tackle the complexities of tariffs and their impact on consumers. The discussion takes a light-hearted turn as they speculate on what drinks various pop culture fig...