Best Masterdistiller Podcasts (2025)

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Behind The Pursuit: The Year of Pursuit 42:31

3d ago42:31

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Subscribe to ⁠Behind The Pursuit: From Bourbon to Brand⁠ Six months ago (back on Episode 077) we mentioned an upcoming packaging update, one that not only helps us stand out against other brands on the retails shelves but also simplifies the language we use in an effort to help consumers understand our product better. Today we launch that new packa…

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516 - What is a Wheated Bourbon? on Bourbon Community Roundtable #106 1:08:02

4d ago1:08:02

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You know, if there's one topic that sparks debate and curiosity among bourbon enthusiasts, it's definitely wheated bourbons. Today, we're doing a deep dive into these unique spirits with an incredible panel: the always insightful Brian Haara, the ever-knowledgeable Blake Riber, and our good friend Nick Beiter. We're exploring the history and the re…

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446. The Heart of Bourbon with Filmmaker Bo Cumberland 1:12:19

5d ago1:12:19

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In this episode of The Bourbon Road, hosts Jim Shannon and Todd Ritter sit down in Frankfort, Kentucky, with filmmaker and bourbon enthusiast Bo Cumberland. Known to fans of the show and followers of the Bourbon Road Facebook community, Bo is the creative mind behind the documentary Frankfort, Kentucky: The Heart of Bourbon, a project highlighting …

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Whiskey Quickie: Remus Master Distiller Experimental Series No. 1 Bourbon Review 5:38

6d ago5:38

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Remus Master Distiller Experimental Series No. 1. This 9 year old whiskey is 107 proof and $80 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 r…

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TWiB: New York Distilling Co Gets Acquired, ORCA's New Bourbon Inspired Golf Bag, Milam & Greene Whiskey The Answer 38:44

10d ago38:44

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It's This Week in Bourbon for May 23rd. Scotch producer Loch Lomond Group has made its first move into American whiskey with the purchase of New York Distilling Co., ORCA golf has a new bourbon inspired golf bag line, and Milam & Greene Whiskey introduce The Answer. Show Notes: Loch Lomond Group acquires New York Distilling Co., entering American w…

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515 - Between Two Barrels from KBF 2024 Day 2 1:18:35

11d ago1:18:35

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We're back with Day 2 of Between Two Barrels from the 2024 Kentucky Bourbon Festival. Kicking off day 2 is Chris Chapanar of Whiskey Noobs telling us what you should be paying for bottles, then it's Chad and Sara of It's Bourbon Night on how to make cocktails easy at home, next is TJ of Brewzle who says the three tier system is destroying craft dis…

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445. Crazy Eights: Exploring the Wild Turkey 8-Year Legacy 1:10:34

12d ago1:10:34

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Hosts Jim Shannon and Todd Ritter, feature special guest David Sandlin, bourbon historian and owner of House of Commons in Frankfort, Kentucky . This episode, affectionately dubbed "Crazy Eights," embarks on a fascinating tasting journey through five different versions of Wild Turkey 8-year bourbon . The hosts and David analyze various expressions,…

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Whiskey Quickie: Jack Daniel's 14 Year Old Tennessee Whiskey Review 5:47

13d ago5:47

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Jack Daniel's 14 Year Old Tennessee Whiskey. This 14 year old whiskey is 126.3 proof and $150 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 re…

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TWiB: Old Elk Gets Acquired, BBCs New Master Blender, Blue Run Flight Series 32:37

17d ago32:37

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It's This Week in Bourbon for May 16th, Old Elk has been acquired by Middle West Spirits, Bardstown Bourbon Co has named a Master Blender, and Blue Run releases the Blue Run Flight Series Show Notes: Old Elk acquired by Middle West Spirits; tasting room closed. Oregon ethics panel rejects Pappy Van Winkle scandal fine. InvestBev invests eight-figur…

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514 - Between Two Barrels from KBF 2024 Day 1 1:18:26

18d ago1:18:26

1:18:26

At the 2024 Kentucky Bourbon Festival, we ran an activation at the Pursuit Spirits area called Between Two Barrels which featured lightening talks from people who you probably already follow on different social media platforms. The topic was up to them and they had anywhere between 5-15 minutes to speak freely on whatever they wanted. We ran this a…

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444. Colorado Craft: Unpacking the Terroir and Tradition at Laws Whiskey House 1:11:50

19d ago1:11:50

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This episode of the Bourbon Road podcast features Jim Shannon (traveling in Denver, Colorado) interviewing Al Laws of Laws Whiskey House. Laws shares the history and philosophy behind his Denver-based distillery, emphasizing their grain-to-glass approach using heirloom Colorado grains like Centennial white wheat and San Luis Valley rye. He discusse…

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Whiskey Quickie: Town Branch Imperium MMXXIV Kentucky Straight Bourbon Review 5:37

20d ago5:37

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Town Branch Imperium Bourbon. This 6-8 year old bourbon is 96 proof and $120 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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TWiB: E.H. Taylor Enters the BTAC, Pursuit Releases 4 New Expressions, Heaven Hill Grain To Glass and Old Fitz 43:47

24d ago43:47

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It's This Week in Bourbon for May 9th, 2025. E.H. Taylor comes to the BTAC, Pursuit releases 4 new expressions and new packaging, Heaven Hill releases new Grain To Glass and Old Fitz. Show Notes: Wild Turkey's 8-year age statement likely ended around 2002 due to production shifts and industry decline. Documentary "Frankfort, Kentucky: The Heart of …

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513 - Buying Barrels and Waiting with Amine Karaoud of Old Louisville Whiskey Company 1:03:34

25d ago1:03:34

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In this episode, we sit down with Amine Karaoud, the founder behind Old Louisville Whiskey Company. Amine's path is unorthodox, transitioning from a safe career in engineering to living a life behind the counter of a struggling liquor store in Old Louisville. At that store, he learned about the business and how to navigate the three tier system. He…

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443. The Great Divide: Bourbon, Barrel Picks, and Beyond 48:32

26d ago48:32

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Hosts Jim Shannon and Todd Ritter, connecting remotely from Colorado and Kentucky respectively, discuss recent happenings in the bourbon world and taste a couple of whiskies. Jim is in Colorado Springs for a Derby party, having flown out of Louisville on Derby Day. He mentions winning an exacta on the Derby race. He is sipping on Woodford Reserve D…

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Whiskey Quickie: Heaven Hill Heritage Collection 19-Year-Old Wheat Whiskey Review 6:18

27d ago6:18

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Heaven Hill Heritage Collection 19-Year-Old Kentucky Straight Wheat Whiskey. This 19 year old bourbon is 100 proof and $300 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 t…

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TWiB: National Bourbon Week Events, Changes President's Choice and Woodford, Star Trek Spirits and Stellum Collaborate 40:24

1M ago40:24

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It's This Week in Bourbon for May 2nd, 2025. National Bourbon Week in Bardstown releases event schedule, Derby Week insider announcements from Brown Forman, and Star Trek Spirits and Stellum collaborate on new whiskeys. Show Notes: Brown Forman changes President's Choice and New Woodford Reserve Barrel Strength Rye. Kentucky Bourbon Festival weeken…

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512 - When Do Age Statements Matter? on Bourbon Community Roundtable #105 1:12:26

1M ago1:12:26

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We're coming together and we're talking about age statements. Wild Turkey 101 is making its 8 year return for the first time since 1992. But I really wanted to pose a question of when do age statements really matter? You see all kinds of brands that are very successful without age statements, namely coming from Brown Forman with the likes of Old Fo…

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442. Six Finished Whiskeys Head to Head 51:48

1M ago51:48

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This week Jim and Todd drink through six finished whiskeys from Lost Lantern's recent releases of both their Single Cask Series as well as their Single Distillery Series. These guys are killing it and definitely need to be on your radar! Listen in for all the details. Bourbon on the Banks 2025 Smokeys Lifestyle Cigars The Hill House Bed and Breakfa…

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Whiskey Quickie: Silk Velvet Whiskey Review 5:31

1M ago5:31

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Silk Velvet Whiskey. This 6 year old bourbon is 107 proof and $80 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 opi…

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TWiB: 2 Court Cases Battle Over Spirits Shipping, Larrakin Rosewater Bourbon, Ducks Unlimited and World Whiskey Society 37:33

1M ago37:33

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It's This Week in Bourbon for April 25th, 2025. 2 court cases battle over the commerce clause for sprits shipping, Larrakin releases Rosewater Bourbon, and Ducks Unlimited and World Whiskey Society team up for a bourbon release. Show Notes: Kentucky Distillers’ Association welcomes Left Bank Bourbon as newest member. Nearest Green Distillery launch…

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511 - Canadian Whiskey Is Hot Again with Zach and Nick Taylor of Found North 1:10:36

1M ago1:10:36

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Every year we get to talk to a brand that has started to captivate the market and I can't stop seeing Found North pop up all over my feeds. Founders and brothers Zach and Nick Taylor join the show to talk about how they found a product-market fit. They did it the right way by finding really high quality Canadian whiskey, double digit age statements…

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441. Winner Winner Chicken Dinner 42:04

1M ago42:04

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This week Jim and Todd examine and rank four whiskeys that should be on your radar. One even reaches "hazmat" levels. We will announce a winner of this round. Be sure to tune in and get all the details. Bourbon on the Banks 2025 Smokeys Lifestyle Cigars The Hill House Bed and Breakfast Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon R…

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Whiskey Quickie: Bomberger's PFG (Precision Fine Grain 2025) Review 5:54

1M ago5:54

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Bomberger's PFG. This non-age stated bourbon is 100.2 proof and $140 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 …

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TWiB: Garrard County Distilling Co. Has Closed, Cream of Kentucky Moves to New Home, Angel's Envy Newest Cellar Collection Series 38:53

2M ago38:53

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It's This Week in Bourbon for April 18th, 2025. Garrard County Distilling Co. has closed only after 1 year in operation, Cream of Kentucky moves to Kentucky Artisan Distillery, and Angel's Envy launches its newest Cellar Collection Series. Show Notes: Garrard County Distilling Co. closes after a year, faces $2.2M lawsuit. Kentucky River returns to …

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510 - Is Woodford Reserve a Luxury Brand? With Master Distiller Elizabeth McCall 1:15:49

2M ago1:15:49

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In this episode we welcome back Elizabeth McCall, who has been appointed Master Distiller of Woodford Reserve since our last conversation with her. From her early days as a Taste Test Technician in the sensory lab to her current role, Elizabeth reflects on her profound bond with Woodford Reserve and its significance in events like the Kentucky Derb…

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440. Red Corn Roundup with Roadies 1:07:23

2M ago1:07:23

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This week Jim and Todd welcome two Roadies, Doug and Jer to join us in celebrating red corn bourbons. We have four different red corn bourbons on, featuring Jimmy Red or Blood Bitcher varieties. Listen in as we taste and rank these four bourbons. Bourbon on the Banks 2025 Smokeys Lifestyle Cigars The Hill House Bed and Breakfast Be sure to check ou…

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Whiskey Quickie: Bardstown Bourbon Company Cathedral French Oak Bourbon Review 6:05

2M ago6:05

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Bardstown Bourbon Company Cathedral French Oak Bourbon. This 9-18 year old bourbon is 110.1 proof and $100 MSRP (375ml). 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…

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TWiB: Buffalo Trace Stops Production from Flooding, Bourbon is Exempt from EU Tariffs, The Mellwood Legacy Collection 57:36

2M ago57:36

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It's This Week in Bourbon for April 11th, 2025. Buffalo Trace stops production from flooding, bourbon is exempt from EU tariffs, Pursuit launches the Mellwood Legacy Collection. Show Notes: Buffalo Trace Distillery temporarily closed due to Kentucky flooding. EU exempts bourbon from new US retaliatory tariffs after lobbying. EU enforces 20-year-old…

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509 - What's Over, Under or Properly Rated #2 1:09:41

2M ago1:09:41

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This is one of my favorite types of episodes because this bourbon world is full of hype, flops, superstitions, and just weird stuff. We return to this beloved format of is something over, under, or properly rated. We ask if the iconic cocktail, the Old Fashioned, whiskey collections, MGP, cigar blends, speakeasies and more as we ask are these over,…

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439. Super Sample Sunday - JD 10, 12, 14 and more 1:00:06

2M ago1:00:06

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This week Jim and Todd walk through Jack Daniels 10, 12 and 14 yerar old releases. Also we have the BBC Cathedral Oak as well as Woodfords Chocolate Malt Redux. Listen in for a review session that will have you heading to your local Bourbon Bar. Bourbon on the Banks 2025 Smokeys Lifestyle Cigars The Hill House Bed and Breakfast Be sure to check out…

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Whiskey Quickie: Penelope Wheated Bourbon Review 5:13

2M ago5:13

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Penelope Wheated Bourbon. This non-age stated bourbon is 95 proof and $40 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 ho…

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Behind The Pursuit: The Launch of P.Club 43:00

2M ago43:00

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Subscribe to Behind The Pursuit: From Bourbon to Brand Today on the podcast we introduce you to P.Club - the inner circle of Pursuit Spirits. Ryan has long romanticized about a bourbon version of his beloved Napa Valley wine clubs, and with countless hours behind the scenes he and Kenny have finally unveiled the ultimate all-access pass to all thin…

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508 - Bourbon Bonanza 2018 with Bill Thomas of Jack Rose and Mike Miller of Delilah's 56:14

2M ago56:14

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You're probably reading the title to this podcast going, what? a podcast from 2018? Yes, this is a never before aired episode that Ryan and I recorded at Bourbon Bonanza back in 2018. So here's the story. Bourbon Bonanza was an offshoot event that would happen during Kentucky Bourbon Festival but wasn't associated with the festival. It was tied in …

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438. Blind Barrels 1:38:31

2M ago1:38:31

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This week Jim and Todd welcome Bobby DeMars of Blind Barrels. Blind Barrels is an exclusive blind whiskey tasting experience that features highly curated blind whiskey expressions. Listen in as we walk through one of their experiences and choose our favorite bottle. Bourbon on the Banks 2025 Smokeys Lifestyle Cigars The Hill House Bed and Breakfast…

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Whiskey Quickie: Woodford Reserve Double Double Oaked Bourbon Review 5:22

2M ago5:22

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Woodford Reserve Double Double Oaked Bourbon. This non-age stated bourbon is 90.4 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…

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TWiB: A Van Winkle Sets New Auction Record, Heaven Hill Launches Connoisseur Club, Booker's First Batch of 2025 36:05

2M ago36:05

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It's This Week in Bourbon for March 21st, 2025. A brand new auction record hits with a Van Winkle Private selection, Heaven Hill launches the Connoisseur Club, and Booker's releases the first batch of 2025. Show Notes: Holladay Distillery breaks ground on Rickhouse D, ironclad bourbon aging. Old Rip Van Winkle bottle sells for record $125,000 at So…

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507 - Building Audiences Using Whiskey Content with Tyler Zoller of louisvillebourbonbuzz 1:11:51

2M ago1:11:51

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Video is the hot new way to share. Social media platforms are way different now that TikTok turned it all upside down. I've always been fascinated with one creator that has great camera work but also good taste and thats Tyler Zoller from Louisville Bourbon Buzz. We explore his journey from portrait photography to bourbon-focused content creation. …

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437. Bourbon on the Banks 2025 Preview 53:38

2M ago53:38

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Jim and Todd sit down with Diane Strong, Director of Bourbon on the Banks. We taste the Limestone Heritage Small Batch Bourbon as well as Buffalo Trace's Thomas H. Handy while discussing this years event on Frankfort. Listen in for all the details. Smokeys Lifestyle Cigars The Hill House Bed and Breakfast Be sure to check out our private Facebook g…

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Whiskey Quickie: Four Roses Bourbon Single Barrel Collection Review 12:55

2M ago12:55

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review the Four Roses Single Barrel Collection. These 7-9 year old bourbons are 100 proof and $50 MSRP each. 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 …

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