Best Whiskey Riff Podcasts (2025)

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Ashley McBryde: Toughing It Out In Nashville + “Rattle Snake Preacher” + Therapy & Sobriety 53:04

7d ago53:04

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The great Ashley McBryde joins the podcast to talk about coming to Nashville and grinding as a young artist before getting a record deal at 30 years old, growing up in Arkansas with a father who was a doctor and a preacher, how Eric Church played a roll in her success, concept albums, getting sober, new music and when fans might expect a new album …

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✈️ WF065 to Scotland: Isle of Raasay Distillery - A blender builds a flavor rich distillery on a gem of an island 35:37

8h ago35:37

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Isle of Raasay Distillery (Isle of Raasay, Scotland) WF0065 Returning to Scotland to visit one of my favorite young distilleries. Join me as I take you to the little island off the coast of the Isle of Skye and the distillery that was built by a blender with the idea of creating the perfect components for crafting a flavorful young whisky. Alasdair…

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Behind The Pursuit: Pursuit University Part 1 38:09

3d ago38:09

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Subscribe to ⁠Behind The Pursuit: From Bourbon to Brand⁠ Herb Heneman, now an instructor at the James B. Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits at the University of Kentucky, teaches students about marketing and building a spirits brand from the ground up. Both Ryan and Kenny share a connection with Herb, and not long ago he invited Kenny to guest lec…

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Maker’s Mark x Dodgers Review, Announcing Weller 18 & Old Forester 1910 Extra Exra Old 21:51

5d ago21:51

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This week on the Bourbon Bytes Podcast, Clifton takes you behind the blue wax to review the Maker’s Mark Champion Selection, handpicked by the Los Angeles Dodgers to celebrate their 2024 World Series win. He dives into hot whiskey headlines—Buffalo Trace's bold Weller 18 release, heirloom corn making waves at craft distilleries, and Old Forester’s …

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525 - Behind the Pour: Unpacking Whiskey Subscriptions with Greg Cohen 1:08:20

4d ago1:08:20

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Have you ever wondered if whiskey subscriptions are the real deal, or just another trend? Or is it just a way for someone to run through inventory faster? To answer these questions Greg Cohen, the guy behind Pour More joins the show. We set the stage, pulling back the curtain on the rise of these models during covid and how Greg transformed from a …

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Ep. 392: This is the Financial Dismay of Bourbon | Why Are So Many Distilleries Going Bankrupt? 1:18:18

6d ago1:18:18

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Send us a text You've noticed it, I've noticed it, and I've talked about it a bit, but it's time to get real about what is happening from the ground up in the bourbon industry. I'm taking a deep dive this week for you and everyone who's curious about the current issues with bourbon. Grab a drink, because we're getting REAL granular this time! Enjoy…

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Whiskey Quickie: Maker's Mark The Keeper's Release Bourbon Review 6:06

6d ago6:06

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Maker's Mark The Keeper's Release. This non-age stated bourbon is 109.2 proof and $75 MSRP. Let us know what you think. Cheers! DISCLAIMER: The whiskey in this review was provided to us at no cost courtesy of the spirit producer. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review. Th…

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✈️ WF064 to Missouri: Copper Mule Distillery - Wheated Bourbon in Wine Country with a historical twist 32:03

7d ago32:03

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Copper Mule Distillery (Hermann, MO) WF0064 Back in 2001, I stumbled upon a beautiful section of Missouri, just west of St. Louis known as Missouri Wine Country. That trip saw me stopping off at my first ever tasting experience - at the Stone Hill Winery. A couple trips later, I discovered there was whiskey to be had in the German community of Herm…

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TWiB: Luca Mariano files for chapter 11, Kentucky’s Attorney General files Temu lawsuit, Sazerac releases Sazerac Rye 100 33:25

10d ago33:25

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It's This Week in Bourbon for July 25th 2025. Luca Mariano files for chapter 11, Kentucky’s Attorney General files a lawsuit against Temu, and Sazerac releases Sazerac Rye 100. Show Notes: Luca Mariano Distillery files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Kentucky AG sues Temu over privacy, forced labor, and IP theft, naming Buffalo Trace & Churchill Downs. …

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Rocky Mountain Sips: TINCUP 6-Year Review & Buffalo Trace's Green Future 18:49

12d ago18:49

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This week on Bourbon Bytes, Clifton dives into some of the hottest headlines in the whiskey world—from Buffalo Trace’s surprising new 100-proof Sazerac Rye to their bold move into sustainable distilling. Plus, Hidden Barn adds a new Master Taster to their team. But the star of the show? Clifton’s first-ever sip of TINCUP 6-Year American Whiskey—a b…

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524 - Bourbon Community Roundtable 108 1:10:03

11d ago1:10:03

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Do you ever just say to yourself, this whiskey needs more proof? Well, if you're already above 140, how much more do you really need? In this episode, we cover the wild world of hazmat bourbon and whiskey. What once started as a rare novelty has turned into constant churn of 140+ high proof releases with everyone running to grab a bottle. We discus…

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Whiskey Quickie: Lux Row Albariño Cask Bourbon Review 5:25

13d ago5:25

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Lux Row Albariño Cask Bourbon. This 4 year old bourbon is 105 proof and $60 MSRP. Let us know what you think. Cheers! DISCLAIMER: The whiskey in this review was provided to us at no cost courtesy of the spirit producer. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review. This is our …

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🎙️ Ep. 123 - RM ROSE CO DISTILLERY: Exploring Atlanta Georgia's Forgotten Distilling Legacy with Andy Sudderth 1:00:36

14d ago1:00:36

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Originally meant to be my 63rd Whiskey Flight podcast, I had no idea what a historical goldmine I was stumbling into when I reached out to Cindy and Andy Sudderth of R.M. Rose Co Distillery. In this conversation, Andy Sudderth shares not only his own family's legacy in distilling, but also what he's learned about the historic RM Rose Distillery. We…

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TWiB: Stitzel-Weller Distillery is up for sale., Brothers Wright Distilling Co. new Distillery, Buffalo Trace Distillery new release 38:14

17d ago38:14

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It's This Week in Bourbon for July 18th 2025. Stitzel-Weller Distillery is up for sale, Brothers Wright Distilling Co. acquires Dueling Barrels Brewery & Distillery, and Buffalo Trace Distillery is releasing Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Distiller’s Council. Show Notes: The historic Stitzel-Weller Distillery property, including 15 barrel warehouses, is …

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Reviewing Louisiana Senator Bourbon: Denny Potter & Jane Bowie's Latest Collaboration 19:48

19d ago19:48

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In this jam-packed episode, Clifton dives into the latest bourbon headlines — from Buffalo Trace’s mysterious E.H. Taylor Jr. Distiller's Council release to A. Smith Bowman’s award-winning rye and Starlight’s 10-Year debut. But the main event? A first sip of the brand-new Louisiana Senator Bourbon, a bold 8-year whiskey from the creators of Kentuck…

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523 - Retail Trends & Beyond with Chris Blandford of Kroger 1:15:02

18d ago1:15:02

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One of the topics I love to dive into on the show is retail. This is where the rubber meets the road because it's the telling sign if a brand or category is alive or dying. I'm excited to welcome Chris Blandford back on the show. He holds the title of Adult Beverage Field Specialist for Kroger. He’s right there on the front lines of consumer trends…

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Ep. 391: This is my New Riff First Decade Bourbon AND Rye Review | 10 Years of New Kids on the Block 1:04:22

20d ago1:04:22

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Send us a text After 10 years of distilling their own product and creating a brand that's turned heads and palates towards craft bourbon and rye, New Riff has released a double-digit age stated pair of products for some of their most loyal fans. But, can the First Decade Bourbon and Rye Whiskeys at 120.5 proof and 10 years old live up to the presti…

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Whiskey Quickie: Old Fitzgerald Bottled in Bond Spring 2025 Bourbon Review 5:21

20d ago5:21

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Old Fitz Spring 2025. This 9 year old bourbon is 100 proof and $130 MSRP. Let us know what you think. Cheers! DISCLAIMER: The whiskey in this review was provided to us at no cost courtesy of the spirit producer. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review. This is our honest o…

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Read Southall: 10 Years In The Red Dirt Scene + Southall's Name Change 1:10:24

21d ago1:10:24

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This week, Southall frontman Read Southall stops by the podcast to talk about the band's 10 years in the red dirt scene, why they changed their name, the making of their 2023 self-titled album, what it's like working with mainstream artists like Chase Rice, growing up in Oklahoma and how that inspired his love for country music, when fans can expec…

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✈️ WF063 to Georgia: 1861 Distillery - Six grain Bourbon, the limestone myth, and a rescued Mississippi still 31:30

21d ago31:30

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How many times have you driven down I-75 through South Georgia, not knowing there were quality distilleries to be explore just miles off each exit? Join me as I chat with the owner of one of these distilleries, Brian Higgins of 1861. We'll explore the distillery's history, the quirky customs associated with whiskey, the myth about limestone water i…

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TWiB: New Riff Distilling 6-Year Single Barrel Bourbon, Starlight Distillery releases 10-Year Bourbon, Bardstown Bourbon new Japanese Oak Barrel Finish 40:24

24d ago40:24

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It's This Week in Bourbon for July 11th 2025. New Riff Distilling has availability of 6-Year-Old Single Barrel Bourbon for Selections, Starlight Distillery is releasing its first ever 10-Year Bourbon, and Bardstown Bourbon Company has unveiled Hokkaido Japanese Mizunara Oak Barrel Finish. Show Notes: New Riff Distilling announces the availability o…

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🎙️ Ep. 122 - BARRELL CRAFT SPIRITS: The Art of the Bourbon Blend 34:21

25d ago34:21

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In today's conversation, I'm joined by Joe Beatrice and Tripp Stimson from Barrell Craft Spirits. We're going to dig into the art of whiskey blending, the unique characteristics of their products, and the intricacies of whiskey tasting. We'll explore the artistic differences between blending and distilling, the importance of maturation, and the fla…

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Blanton’s Straight From the Barrel + Six-Year Surprises from New Riff, Castle & Key, & Garrison Brothers 22:59

26d ago22:59

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This week on Bourbon Bytes, Clifton is diving deep into high-proof territory with a first-time review of Blanton’s Straight from the Barrel — the most elusive (and explosive) bottle in the Blanton’s lineup. How does it hold up to the hype, and is it worth chasing down? Also on the table: three six-year bourbons you need to know — a Single Barrel Se…

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522 - Forging His Own Path with Bruce Russell of WIld Turkey 1:16:39

25d ago1:16:39

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At Bourbon Pursuit, we've had our fair share of industry legends and rising stars, and we get to sit down again with someone who's name is plastered in the bourbon hall of fame. Bruce Russell joins us again to share how he is carving his own path at Wild Turkey but also honoring the incredible legacy of his father Eddie and grandfather Jimmy. Get r…

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Ep. 390: This is my Heaven Hill Grain to Glass Rye Whiskey 2025 Release Review 56:24

27d ago56:24

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Send us a text 2025's releases keep rolling right along and we've got the newest edition of Heaven Hill's Grain to Glass Rye Whiskey on this week's This is my Bourbon Podcast under the microscope! Featuring a mashbill of 63% rye, 20% corn, and 13% malt, this 6 year old rye is bold and spicy, according to Heaven Hill, but we're gonna figure out just…

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Whiskey Quickie: Silver Grove Bourbon Review 5:00

27d ago5:00

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Silver Grove Bourbon from New Riff. This 4 year old bourbon is 110.3 proof and $56 MSRP. Let us know what you think. Cheers! DISCLAIMER: The whiskey in this review was provided to us at no cost courtesy of the spirit producer. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review. This …

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✈️ WF062 to Kentucky: Stone Fences Tours - A guide to the tour company experience 30:39

28d ago30:39

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Stone Fences Tours (Versailles, KY) WF0062 Listeners of Whiskey Lore know I have a passion for do-it-yourself travel. Still, not everyone is like me and maybe for your first trip to Kentucky, you'd prefer to have someone take you to the state's amazing distilleries. Or maybe you want the advantage of not having to measure your fun against your abil…

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TWiB: Dark Arts Whiskey House new brand home, Jackie Zykan to leave Hidden Barn Bourbon, Chattanooga Whiskey with new liqueurs 50:54

1M ago50:54

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It’s This Week in Bourbon for July 4th 2025. Dark Arts Whiskey House has opened doors to their new brand home, Jackie Zykan is stepping away from Hidden Barn Bourbon, and Chattanooga Whiskey has two new experimental liqueurs. Show Notes: John Little is stepping away from Smooth Ambler to launch a spirits consulting and barrel brokering venture. Dar…

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Old Oak & New Heat: Kentucky Whiskey Updates + Old Soul Bourbon Review 25:37

1M ago25:37

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In this episode of Bourbon Bytes, Clifton dives into the 2025 Old Soul Single Barrel Bourbon—a bold cask strength pick from Mississippi's oldest distillery… or is it? With transparency under the spotlight, Clifton uncovers what’s really inside the bottle, and why it might just be the sleeper hit of the summer. Plus, he breaks down the latest in the…

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521 - From Finance to Four-Grain Focus with Al Laws of Laws Whiskey House 1:17:14

1M ago1:17:14

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It takes us a while on the Bourbon Pursuit side to find a craft brand that has great whiskey and a great story. And when we get to bring someone on from the Centennial State, it's even better. We sit down with Al Laws, the guy behind Laws Whiskey House in Colorado. Laws is known for their four-grain bourbon, but Al's journey wasn't always in whiske…

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Ep. 389: This is my Old Grand-Dad 7 Year Bourbon Review | Did Jim Beam Nail This Limited Release? 57:36

1M ago57:36

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Send us a text 2025 continues to be the year of age statements seemingly making a return and Jim Beam is making another wave with the introduction of their Old Grand-Dad 7 Year Bottled in Bond Bourbon. Utilizing their high rye mashbill and the traditional bottled in bond confines of at least 4 years old and no more of less than 100 proof, this bour…

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Willow Avalon: TikTok fame + getting arrested + singing with Zach Bryan at Stagecoach 1:07:19

1M ago1:07:19

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Willow Avalon joins the podcast to talk about growing up in Georgia and moving to California, and eventually New York City, to pursue music at the young age of 15 , honing her skills as a brilliant songwriter and some of her musical inspirations, singing with Zach Bryan at Stagecoach, her debut album 'Southern Belle Raisin' Hell,' her plans for fut…

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Whiskey Quickie: Fanged Pursuit Bourbon Review 5:37

1M ago5:37

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Fanged Pursuit from Orphan Barrel. This 17 year old bourbon is 92 proof and $200 MSRP. Let us know what you think. Cheers! DISCLAIMER: The whiskey in this review was provided to us at no cost courtesy of the spirit producer. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review. This is…

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🎙️ Ep. 121 - DR. PAT HEIST: Wilderness Trail Distillery and Firm Solutions Co-Founder 1:01:56

1M ago1:01:56

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In this conversation, Drew Hannush interviews Dr. Pat Heist, co-founder of Wilderness Trail Distillery, exploring the journey from a small farmhouse distillery to a significant player in the whiskey industry. They discuss the scientific approach to distilling, the impact of the Renewable Fuels Act, the evolution of fermentation practices, and the i…

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Behind The Pursuit: PursuitPalooza2025 41:21

1M ago41:21

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Subscribe to ⁠Behind The Pursuit: From Bourbon to Brand⁠ Another PursuitPalooza is in the books! Each year, the guys host a unique and immersive experience here in town for their listeners and fans. The event includes distillery tours, barrel picks, tastings, and social gatherings from relationships they’ve built over the years of running the podca…

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Maker’s Mark 2025 “The Keeper’s Release” Review + Bourbon Aged by Climate? 21:15

1M ago21:15

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This week on the Bourbon Bytes Podcast, Clifton dives into one of the boldest Maker’s Mark Wood Finishing Series bottles to date — the 2025 Keeper’s Release, packed with ten toasted American oak staves. Is it a worthy successor to The Heart, or an over-oaked detour? Also in the mix: a fascinating experiment in climate-aged bourbon from Milam & Gree…

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520 - What does it take to build a Bourbon brand today? on Bourbon Community Roundtable #107 1:22:25

1M ago1:22:25

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On this dynamic episode of Bourbon Pursuit, we're pulling up a few extra chairs to the table for a killer panel discussion! Your host Kenny Coleman is wrangling some serious bourbon brains: Fred Minnick, Blake Seelbach, Eric from Breaking Bourbon, and Brian Sipp from Sip and Corn.We kick things off with a little banter about those inevitable tech g…

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Ep. 388: This is my Found North Hell Diver 2025 Review w/Joseph Brazeau & Todd Couper! 52:58

1M ago52:58

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Send us a text We got friends this week, y'all! I'm not alone anymore! It's not to be missed and there's a brand new release from the fine folks at Found North to match the pace. Get around it and enjoy. Become a patron of the show at http://www.patreon.com/mybourbonpodcast Leave us a 5 star rating and review on your podcast app of choice! Send us …

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Whiskey Quickie: Wild Turkey 101 8 Year Bourbon Review 5:58

1M ago5:58

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Wild Turkey 101 8 Year Bourbon. This 8 year old bourbon is 101 proof and $45 MSRP. Let us know what you think. Cheers! DISCLAIMER: The whiskey in this review was provided to us at no cost courtesy of the spirit producer. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review. This is our…

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‍✈️ WF061 to Kentucky: New Riff Distillery - New breed, rye forward, handsome bottle 31:01

1M ago31:01

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New Riff Distillery (Newport, KY) WF061 As we continue to celebrate the release of Whiskey Lore's Travel Guide to Experiencing Kentucky Bourbon: Second Edition, time to visit one of the new breed of distilleries in Kentucky. As one of the few independent distilleries of size in the state, still family-owned, New Riff has found a way to spread their…

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