Bourbon Barrel Talk

BBT - Bluegrass Distillers

Scott and Matt sit down with Sam at Bluegrass Distillers at the brand new visitor center on the Historic Elkwood Farm in Midway, KY. We discussed their brands, Contract distilling and what makes Blue corn unique in bourbon. Check them out at the visitor center the next time you’re in the area. 

BBT - 4 yr Birthiversary with Tyler Mirt

The crew celebrates the 4 yr anniversary of the show with a visit to Old Forester. We get to speak with Tyler Mirt about what's new at Old Forester along with all the shenanigans that have occurred over the last 12 months. 

BBT - WhistlePig Piggyback 6yr Rye

The crew reviews the WhistlePig Piggyback 6yr Rye and compares it to neat, proofed down and in a cocktail. Sarah made her take on an Old Fashioned, with a twist. 

BBT - Garrison Brothers Small Batch 3 year

Scott, AFC, Kofi and Johnny Tsunami, review this small batch release from Garrison Brothers. We hit most of the notes and was shocked to discover the Mashbill near the end of the episode. 

BBT - Nikka Japanese Whiskey Review

The crew sits down and reviews two Nikka Japanese Whiskeys. The Coffey Grain and Coffey Malt, both 90 proof whiskey with very unique flavor profiles. One is much more bourbonesque than the other, but both bring very sweet approachable flavors. 

BBT - Barrell Bourbon Foundation 5

Scott and the crew review the latest release from Barrell Bourbon, the Foundation number 5. This small batch release is comprised of four unique bourbons to bring forward a unique blend. Maryland, Indiana, Kentucky and Tennessee bourbons all provide a different profile that makes this a unique small batch bourbon.

BBT - Starlight Blood Moon Release Review

Scott and the crew compares year 1 to year 2 of Starlight's Blood Moon Bloody Butcher Bourbon release. These are definitely different from any other offerings they have done in the past.  

BBT - Cocktail Apple Pie Old Fashioned

Scott takes a spin at a fall/winter cocktail. The Apple Pie Old Fashioned is a fresh take on the classic. We made ours with 1.5 ounces Apple Cider, 1 ounce homemade apple syrup and 2 ounces of rye and 2 dashes of angostura bitters.

Homemade syrup recipe

1 cup apple cider, 1 cup brown sugar, two dashes of cinnamon,  bring to boil, simmer for 5-10 minutes, bring back to quick boil, add a 1 teaspoon of vanilla, let cool then jar and enjoy 

 

BBT - Old Louisville Review

Scott and the crew reviews a bottle your own from Old Louisville Whiskey Company. Jon brings in a bottle he picked up through the bottle your own experience. This pour was a 51/49 bourbon. 51% corn, 49% malted barley. Check out Amine and his team at Old Louisville for an unique experience. 

BBT - Makers Mark 2023 BEP Limited Release Review

Scott and the crew review the most recent Makers BEP release. We go through the tasting notes, our opinions and look for a fruity note that seemed to escape us.