Best TWiB Podcasts (2025)

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TWiB: Bourbon & Banter hosts 12th Bourbon Challenge, Castle & Key debuts The Key Collective, Penelope Bourbon new 2025 Estate Collection 38:30

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It's This Week in Bourbon for August 29th 2025. Bourbon & Banter is hosting its 12th annual "30 Days of Bourbon Challenge", Castle & Key Distillery has debuted The Key Collective, and Penelope Bourbon announced its 2025 Estate Collection. Show Notes: Diageo's Bulleit launches "Doing Over Dreaming" campaign with Sean Evans KDA celebrates Canada's ze…

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75% of MLB season is done, Alonso is Mets HR king. Stat OT week Pickoffs & Balks oh my! Ep. 623 - TWIB - 8.18.25 28:09

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Send us a text Three-quarters of the season is in the books. It means you can add about 1/3 of a player's current stats to project what will be the season ending total. Pete Alonso broke Darryl Strawberry's #Mets HR record hitting his 253rd last week. That means the amazing #Mariners Cal Raleigh is just behind pace to hit 60 home runs. But he still…

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Whiskey Quickie: Woodinville 8 Year Rye Whiskey Review 5:31

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Woodinville 8 Year Rye Whiskey. This 8 year old rye 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 ho…

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Under the radar story of the week & Range factor - Ep. 625- 9.1.25 28:44

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Send us a text Which teams will have a September to remember? Will it be #Reds? #Mariners? #Royals? The playoff push is on and we rate the teams' chances. We had a 3rd 4-home run game last week for 1st time in #MLB history! #RedSox ink Aroldis Chapman to another 1 year deal. In our first under-the-radar story of the week we talk about Chapman's HOF…

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529 - Inside Ohio's Liquor Playbook with Anne Dimmick and Kristen Castle from OHLQ 1:07:08

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Control states have their ups and downs. People that live in control states love to complain about access to rare bottles yet they never complain about pricing. It's one of those can yo have your cake and eat it to kind of moments. On this episode we get the inside scoop on one Ohio’s unique control state system with Anne Dimmick and Kristen Castle…

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Whiskey Quickie: Redemption 18 Year Bourbon Review 5:20

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Redemption 18 Year Bourbon. This 18 year old rye is 103.4 proof and $400 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 hon…

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156 game season may come w expansion. Batting average deserves more respect - Ep.624 8.25.25 28:53

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Send us a text Sure we talked about #Yankees 9 home runs in one game last week - that's the 2nd time it's happened this season which is a first! #Phillies Zach Wheeler has surgery and is out for the season - awful. #Brewers #Cubs #Dodgers #Padres are all good teams and will be tough in the playoffs. #Tigers Tarik Skubal and #RedSox Garret Crochet a…

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TWiB: Four Roses Distillery's new Small Batch Bourbon, Old Forester releasing Birthday Bourbon, James B. Beam Distilling limited-edition Bottle 43:10

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It's This Week in Bourbon for August 22th 2025. Four Roses Distillery is releasing its 2025 Limited Edition Small Batch Bourbon, Old Forester is releasing its most anticipated annual whisky: Birthday Bourbon, and The James B. Beam Distilling Co. is releasing a limited-edition Beam Pin Bottle. Show Notes: Evan Williams Bourbon expands its college pa…

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528 - Is Uncle Nearest Done For? on Bourbon Community Roundtable 109 1:23:55

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In this episode of the Bourbon Pursuit Podcast, we take on the very serious and complex situation surrounding Uncle Nearest.We’re diving headfirst into the new lawsuit from Farm Credit, which alleges Uncle Nearest defaulted on over $100 million in loans, citing financial mismanagement and inflated barrel inventory. The discussion gets real, as our …

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Whiskey Quickie: New Riff Balboa Rye Whiskey Review 5:11

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review New Riff Balboa Rye Whiskey. This 4 year old rye is 100 proof and $55 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: Pursuit Spirits officially opens on Whiskey Row, Fred Minnick has a new book set to release, Uncle Nearest is given a gag order 33:12

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It's This Week in Bourbon for August 15th 2025. Pursuit Spirits on Whiskey Row is officially open, Fred Minnick has a new book set to release, and Uncle Nearest is given a gag order. Show Notes: Pursuit Spirits has opened a new two-floor experience on Louisville's Whiskey Row, featuring immersive tastings, a cocktail lounge, and the new Bourbon Pur…

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527 - From Popcorn to Bourbon: The 15 Stars Story 1:03:21

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When does a family business take a venture into bourbon? Well, here's one such story. We sit down with Rick and Ricky Johnson, the father-son team behind 15 Stars Bourbon. Their journey begins in an unexpected place—popcorn—where they turned their specialty brand, Black Jewel Popcorn, into a launching pad for their bourbon venture. The conversation…

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Whiskey Quickie: Larrikin Rosewater Bourbon Review 6:28

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Larrikin Rosewater. This non-age stated bourbon is 86 proof and $70 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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"MLB Milestones: Jen Powell, Roman Anthony, & Savannah Bananas.Stat of week RBIs" Ep. 622 TWIB 08.11.25 25:13

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Send us a text In this week's episode of "Almost Cooperstown," we dive into a historic moment as Jen Powell becomes the first female umpire in MLB history to officiate a regular season game. We also explore Roman Anthony's impressive new contract and what it means for his future in baseball. Plus, we take a fun detour into the world of the Savannah…

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TWiB: Uncle Nearest is sued for $100M, IW Harper releases a 34 year old bourbon, Parker’s Heritage #19 details are announced. 49:45

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It's This Week in Bourbon for August 8th 2025. Uncle Nearest is being sued for $100M and is publicly fighting back, IW Harper releases a 34 year old bourbon, and Parker’s Heritage #19 details are announced. Show Notes: A multi-million dollar lawsuit against Uncle Nearest alleges the company defaulted on loans and misused funds, claims which the own…

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526 - Beyond the Bottle: The Data Driving Modern Bourbon Sales with Bruce and Ari of Mash Networks 1:13:23

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We are diving back into the fascinating and often frustrating world of direct-to-consumer (DTC) sales. We're thrilled to reconnect with Ari Sussman and welcome Bruce Fougere, co-founder of MASH Networks, a data-driven software company that's truly shaking things up. Ari wastes no time stressing why DTC isn't just an option for distilleries anymore—…

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Whiskey Quickie: Michter's 10 Year Bourbon Review 5:37

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Michter's 10 Year Bourbon. This 10 year old bourbon is 94.4 proof and $195 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 h…

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Trade deadline wild with relievers, Waste pitches are not what they used to be - Ep. 621 - 8.4.25 34:47

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Send us a text Ichiro Suzuki gave a great speech at the induction ceremony last weekend in Cooperstown. So did C.C. Sabathia and Billy Wagner. Willa Allen gave a nice tribute to the late great Dick (don't call me Richie) Allen and Dave Parker's brother painted a more accurate pitcher of the Cobra. The largest crowd ever to attend a regular season #…

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Behind The Pursuit: Pursuit University Part 1 38:09

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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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525 - Behind the Pour: Unpacking Whiskey Subscriptions with Greg Cohen 1:02:20

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

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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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HOF inductions, Trade deadline talk, biggest crowd ever is coming, WPA is cool! - 7.28.25 - Ep. 620 32:32

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Send us a text This coming Saturday evening in Bristol, TN the most fans ever to attend an MLB game are predicted to watch the Reds and Braves. HOF inductions took place Sunday in Cooperstown where it was as hot as it always is for those ceremonies. Dave Parker's son spoke eloquently about him and Dick Allen's widow Willa gave a moving tribute to a…

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TWiB: Luca Mariano files for chapter 11, Kentucky’s Attorney General files Temu lawsuit, Sazerac releases Sazerac Rye 100 28:25

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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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524 - Bourbon Community Roundtable 108 1:04:03

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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

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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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All-Star ridiculousness & Midseason report - 7.21.25 - Ep. 619 23:47

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Send us a text Did you love the home run derby that ended this year's actual All-Star game? The players sure did. But not having real pitchers makes it an entertainment product and not a real baseball thing. It's fine for an exhibition game but real games should not be decided in the 10th inning with a homerun swing off. #Mariners Cal Raleigh leads…

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TWiB: Stitzel-Weller Distillery is up for sale., Brothers Wright Distilling Co. new Distillery, Buffalo Trace Distillery new release 33:14

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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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523 - Retail Trends & Beyond with Chris Blandford of Kroger 1:09:02

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

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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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Baseball Two-Way Greats author Chris Jensen - Ep. 618 35:47

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Send us a text Baseball's Two-Way Greats - Pitching/Batting Stars from Ruth and Rogan to Ohtani by Chris Jensen. Is Shohei Ohtani the greatest two-way player in #MLB history? Chris Jensen isn't afraid to take on big subjects and 19th century baseball had its fair share of two-way stars. Chris breaks down the greatest two-way players into 19th centu…

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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 35:24

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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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522 - Forging His Own Path with Bruce Russell of WIld Turkey 1:10:39

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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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Whiskey Quickie: Silver Grove Bourbon Review 5:00

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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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Spin rates & FIP explained. ASG rosters complete. TWIB 7.7.25 - Ep. 617 26:08

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Send us a text Sadly #whitesox closer Bobby Jenks passed away from stomach cancer at age 44. Our condolences to the Jenks family. On a happier note #Dodgers Clayton Kershaw struck out his 3,000th #MLB batter! #RedSox Wilyer Abreu hit both a Grand Slam AND an inside-the-park home run in the same game last week! HOFer Robbie Alomar had an ignominus e…

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TWiB: Dark Arts Whiskey House new brand home, Jackie Zykan to leave Hidden Barn Bourbon, Chattanooga Whiskey with new liqueurs 45:54

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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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521 - From Finance to Four-Grain Focus with Al Laws of Laws Whiskey House 1:11:14

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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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Whiskey Quickie: Fanged Pursuit Bourbon Review 5:37

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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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Defensive metrics are many & confusing. We unravel them. TWIB - 6.30.25 - Ep. 616 24:44

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Send us a text Dave 'The Cobra' Parker passed away at age 74 less than a month before his induction ceremony in Cooperstown. His arm in right field was legendary and he won the 1978 NL MVP. We're sorry he won't get the opportunity to be there next month. Corbin Carrol of the #dbacks broke his wrist. Without Corbin Burnes the road got that much toug…

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Behind The Pursuit: PursuitPalooza2025 36:21

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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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520 - What does it take to build a Bourbon brand today? on Bourbon Community Roundtable #107 1:16:25

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

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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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What the heck is xwOBA? TWIB - 6.23.25 - Ep. 615 28:48

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Send us a text Aaron Judge and Juan Soto are 1-2 in xwOBA. Expected Weighted On-Base Average (xwOBA) tell the story of a player's season based on quality of and amount of contact, not outcomes. It takes out being unlucky. Why can't we get into the College World Series? Rafael Devers is a Giant in the first pre-trading deadline deal of the 2025 #MLB…

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TWiB: Whiskey House & The Koetter Group new projects, New Maker's Mark exhibition by Dale Chihuly, Dierks Bentley introduces ROW 94 Broken Branches 33:53

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It’s This Week in Bourbon for June 20th 2025. Whiskey House and The Koetter Group will build 12 state-of-the-art rickhouses, Maker's Mark has announced a new exhibition by contemporary artist Dale Chihuly, and Dierks Bentley is introducing ROW 94 Broken Branches. Show Notes: Bourbon & Beyond announces culinary and spirits lineup for 2025 festival. …

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519 - Does Ambassador Emeritus Mean Retirement? with Bernie Lubbers of Heaven Hill 1:07:13

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You know, there are some people in the bourbon world who aren't just part of the industry, they are the industry. And our guest today absolutely fits that bill. We are incredibly excited to welcome the one and only Bernie Lubbers to the show, the newly appointed Ambassador Emeritus at Heaven Hill! Bernie started his journey with Heaven Hill back in…

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Whiskey Quickie: Frank August Case Study: 05 Wheated Bourbon Review 5:03

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Frank August Case Study: 05 Wheated Bourbon. This 6-7 year old bourbon is 104.5 proof and $125 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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The Big Nogowskis - Recent MLB player & his father in a special Father's Day podcast! 6.15.25 - Ep. 614 54:02

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Send us a text As a father and son doing a podcast we're keenly aware of the bond that baseball can bring to a family. We loved talking with a real live recent (and possibly future) MLB player and his father about their relationship and journeys in baseball. What's it like playing #MLB today? How hard is it to hit today's pitchers and get out Major…

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TWiB: New Bourbon Hall of Fame Inductees, Bardstown Bourbon The Reserve, Stitzel Reserve 38:33

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It's This Week in Bourbon for June 13th 2025. The Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame announced new inductees, Bardstown Bourbon announces their new club program, and Stitzel-Weller Distillery is launching Stitzel Reserve. Show Notes: Rare Pappy Van Winkle 15-Year single barrel sells for $800,000, benefiting California wildfire relief. ASW Distillery exp…

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518 - The Heart of Whiskey Community with Randy Sullivan of Bourbon Real Talk 1:07:38

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At Bourbon Pursuit, we always talk about the community aspect of whiskey, but rarely do we get to sit down with someone whose personal journey so deeply intertwines with building that community. That's why I was so excited to welcome Randy Sullivan to the show today. You might know him from Bourbon Real Talk or his brand, Prideful Goat. Randy share…

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Whiskey Quickie: Angel's Envy Cellar Collection Volume 5 Rye Whiskey Review 5:51

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Angel's Envy Cellar Collection Volume 5. This non-age stated rye whiskey is 104.2 proof and $270 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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Mets season so far & this week in baseball 6.9.25 - Ep. 613 33:22

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Send us a text Cal Raleigh aka 'The Big Dumper' hit his 26th home run this week to lead #MLB. If #Mets Tylor Megill was traded to Seattle they'd become a battery meaning the "Big Drip" would pitch to the "Big Dumper". Can we see that happen please? #Braves have lost 8 of 10 and are making the task of reaching the postseason increasingly difficult. …