A podcast providing reviews on bourbon, beard products, and cigars
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On this Christmas special the hosts endure a prank, survive a brutal Malört tasting, sample four eggnogs (Pennsylvania Dutch, Peg Leg, Evan Williams, Screwball) and rank their favorites. They also light up cigars and redeem the episode with a tasting of New Riff winter whiskey. Laid-back banter, holiday vibes, tasting notes, and plenty of regret—po…
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Adam, Paul, and Jerry run a blind tasting of four Founders anniversary bottlings, trading candid notes, proof guesses, and cigar pairings as they try to identify ryes, high-rye bourbons, and differences in mash bills. The episode closes with the reveal of the samples and a bonus highlight: a standout Star Hill (Maker’s) wheat whiskey, plus an exten…
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Hosts Adam, Paul, and Jerry sit down with Lee Marsh, founder of Stolen Throne Cigars, to talk cigars, whiskey, and the story behind the brand — from USPS shipping woes and a Yellowstone cameo to the Crook line and the Penelope Cigar Sessions bourbon collaboration. Expect tasting notes, pairing tips, barrel‑pick talk, and behind‑the‑scenes stories a…
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On this episode of Bourbon, Beards, and Belvederes, Adam, Paul, and Jerry host Ryan from Fire & Flask Distillery to taste and talk about his purple corn bourbon. The conversation covers Ryan’s Navy background, the distillery’s experimental mash bills, small-barrel aging, candid tasting notes, and cigar pairings. They also discuss Fire & Flask’s tra…
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Hosts Adam, Paul, and Jerry take listeners on a loose, lively episode of Bourbon, Beards, and Belvederes exploring clear spirits — from legal white dogs to old moonshine — alongside cigar pairings and beard-care finds. Expect side-by-side tastings (Belmont Farms, Laws, Buffalo Trace white dog, Chattanooga and more), bold homemade pours like honey‑b…
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You're listening to Bourbon Beards and Belvederes — Adam, Paul, and Jerry taste Heaven Hill's Grain-to-Glass bourbons and rye, pair them with a Hayes Gray "Patriots" cigar, and review Everyman Jack beard products. They discuss pricing and mash bills, compare pours side-by-side, talk cigar notes and veteran-supporting producers, and announce a chari…
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Hosts Adam, Paul, and Jerry welcome Carlos de Leon of Monte de Leon Cigars for a Veterans Day episode focused on veteran-owned and veteran-supporting brands. The show features cigar talk and pairings with 10th Mountain Rye, a look at veteran-run beard products, and stories from Carlos about building his traveling humidor and cigar line. The episode…
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Adam, Paul, and Jerry sit down with Cynn and Joshua Coburn of Dissident Cigars to explore blending, boutique cigar production, and life running a seed-to-smoke operation in Nicaragua. The episode covers the creation of the Penelope cigar whiskey collaboration, tasting and pairing notes, factory and field stories, and how culture and terroir shape t…
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In this Halloween episode of Bourbon Beards and Belvederes, Adam, Paul, and Jerry pour spooky cocktails (candy‑corn syrup old‑fashioneds, a blackberry mango ‘Fiend’, and a boozy butterbeer), taste a mango‑chile beer, and smoke Crown Heads’ Blood Medicine cigar while trading whiskey and pairing notes. They also review beard and grooming products, sh…
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You're listening to Bourbon Beards and Belvederes, where hosts Adam, Paul, and Jerry run through whiskey pours, a cigar pairing, and beard product samples. In this episode they taste an Angel's Envy port-finished single barrel, a Seelbach's Private Reserve 8-year at high proof, and chat about Maker's and Benchmark picks while smoking a West Tampa W…
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Jerry, Paul, and Adam (in spirit) taste four Rebel bourbon samples blind — Rebel 100, Rebel Small Batch 110, Rebel 6‑Year, and a Kyle Busch single‑barrel release — comparing noses, palates, proofs, prices, and rankings. They unpack wheat‑forward notes, fruity/candy flavors, and which bottles stand out as price performers. Listen as they reveal the …
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You're listening to Bourbon Beards and Belvederes — part two with Tanya and John Aldi of The Beard Apothecary. In this episode the hosts and guests dive into the trial-and-error behind creating oils, balms, and a hypoallergenic tattoo balm, explain ingredient choices, and share grooming routines that keep beards healthy and itch-free. Conversation …
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Adam, Paul, and Jerry sit down with John and Tanya of Beard Apothecary to trace the brand's origins, product development, and high-quality ingredients behind their beard oils, whipped butter, washes, and upcoming tattoo balm. The relaxed episode mixes thoughtful product impressions with whiskey and cigar pairings, community stories, and lively musi…
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Hosts Adam, Paul, and Jerry taste and compare several whiskies — including Rebel Reserve, Old Fitzgerald 7yr, and a surprising 12yr Kentucky Par — while pairing them with a pepper-forward Warped La Hacienda cigar. They debate fruit, spice, and mouthfeel differences and decide which pours pair best with the cigar. The episode also reviews Longhairs …
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Jacob of Bain Blends joins Bourbon, Beards, and Belvederes to discuss small-batch grooming: liquid butter, beard oils, a handcrafted lard soap, and natural deodorant. He shares product development, ingredient choices, community feedback, and sample kit plans. The episode covers real customer results with salves, collaborations (including Limb Loss …
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Jacob Bain, a Marine veteran and founder of Bain Blends, explains how creating an herbal salve for his wife’s eczema during COVID grew into a family-run line of herbally infused beard oils and grooming products. He discusses product development, the unique heat-infusion process, ingredient choices, scent creation, veteran-owned values, and practica…
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Music. The crew smokes cigars, pours four Mizunara-finished whiskeys and discusses sourcing, prices, tasting notes and pairings. From budget-friendly staves to expensive casks, they compare RD1, Taconic, Barrel Bourbon, and Bardstown Bourbon Company — revealing favorites, food/cigar pairings and why Mizunara can both shine and clash with cigars. Th…
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Hosts Adam, Jerry, and Paul sit down with Bryce, founder of Silent Hero Cigars, to smoke the Blend 88 and discuss his transition from Army signals analyst to veteran entrepreneur. They talk tobacco sourcing and blending, challenges of launching a cigar brand, the company’s mission to support veterans with PTSD through donations and service dog spon…
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The hosts test a live stream while sampling and comparing tequila-finished whiskeys — Bear Fight Kentucky Reserve and Chattanooga Experimental — alongside pours from Rabbit Hole and Tequila Ocho, paired with cigars like Tayamo and Bone Shaker. They discuss tasting notes, production sourcing, and how each pour interacts with the cigar. Between tasti…
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Join the guys at Bourbon, Beards, and Belvederes for an enticing discussion on their latest whiskey and cigar explorations. Dive into the curious world of rice whiskey with Louisiana’s JT Mellick single barrels, and uncover the nuances that set it apart in the market. Meanwhile, explore a bold new entry with the America First Straight Bourbon Whisk…
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Join hosts Adam, Paul, and Jerry on an aromatic journey as they reconnect over their shared passion for whiskey, cigars, and innovative beard care. Dive into their latest finds, from palate-warming whiskeys like Crow 86 to the intriguing notes of Duke Spirits' nine-year finished reserves. The trio shares lively discussions on whiskey tasting experi…
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Join Jerry and Paul as they embark on a whiskey journey across the oceans in this special episode of Bourbon Beards and Belvederes. With Adam attending a wedding, the duo explores the unique flavors of Jefferson's Ocean Voyage 17 and the intriguing Japanese whiskey, Umiki. Discover how these ocean-inspired spirits offer a distinctive tasting experi…
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In this special episode of Bourbon, Beards, and Belvedere, hosts Paul and Jerry embark on a Wild Turkey whiskey tasting adventure. Unlike their usual episodes, this one is dedicated entirely to exploring various Wild Turkey expressions, including the new 8-year-old release and the elusive Wild Turkey 12-year. The duo is joined by some flavorful com…
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In this heartfelt Memorial Day special of Bourbon Beards and Belvederes, your hosts Adam, Paul, and Jerry honor the day dedicated to fallen soldiers with a special tribute featuring a rendition of Taps. The discussion flows into a tasting of unique whiskey selections, including Penelope Peach Old Fashioned and Rittenhouse Rye, alongside entertainin…
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Join hosts Adam, Paul, and Jerry on an exciting episode of Bourbon Beards and Belvederes as they dive into the world of Maryland's finest rye whiskeys. While Paul enjoys a cigar, the trio skips the usual cigar and beard product reviews to focus solely on exploring unique whiskey flavors. The episode kicks off with Jerry savoring Wild Turkey 101, se…
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In this captivating episode of "Bourbon Beards and Belvederes," Adam, Paul, and Jerry embark on a fascinating taste experiment inspired by a viral Instagram video. The trio dives into the world of unique whiskey shots as they attempt the "Steak Shot," a surprisingly flavorful concoction, combining Fighting 69th Irish Whiskey, Worcestershire sauce, …
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In this episode of Bourbon, Beards, and Belvedeers, hosts Adam, Paul, and Jerry welcome back Jay from Bourbon Baggers, delving into their innovative whiskey enhancement products. Jay introduces new products and discusses the progression of his business, including a successful first year and plans for expansion into wholesale markets. The conversati…
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In this exciting episode of Bourbon, Beards, and Belvederes, join Adam, Paul, and Jerry as they embark on a flavorful journey through a selection of fine whiskeys from Iron Root. They kick off the episode with some palate warmers including Evan Williams Bottled Bond and Ten Cup Straight Bourbon Whiskey. Special attention is given to a trio of Saint…
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Join Adam, Paul, and Jerry on an adventurous episode of Bourbon Beards and Belvederes as they explore the delightful world of beer and cigars. In honor of a suggestion from a previous guest, they forgo the usual bourbon and instead savor various beers, coupled with fine cigars, as they celebrate National Beer Day. The episode takes an unexpected tu…
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Welcome to another episode of Bourbon Beards and Belvederes with your hosts, Paul and Jerry. Although Adam is under the weather today, Paul and Jerry dive into a tantalizing array of rare and unique whiskeys. The hosts begin with an exploration of two intriguing samples from Jerry, starting off with a 7-year-old single malt from Virginia Distilling…
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Join Adam, Paul, and Jerry on a festive exploration of Irish whiskeys and cigars in this special St. Patrick's Day episode. The trio kicks off with palate warmers and dive into the unique notes of Tullamore Dew's Caribbean rum cask finish, delight in the top ranks of Paul's favored Slane whiskey, and reminisce about the military heritage of Fightin…
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Join Adam and Paul as they navigate a whiskey world in flux. Jerry is absent this week, but the duo holds down the fort with engaging discussions on their favorite spirits. They delve into the nuances of whiskey and explore cigars alongside their drinks. This episode spotlights two standout apple brandy-finished whiskeys, offering a taste compariso…
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Join Paul and Jerry for another lively episode of Bourbon Beards and Belvederes as they recap an explosive hockey encounter between the U.S. and Canada, where national pride led to packed stands and fiery on-ice brawls. With Adam absent, the duo delve into a world of whiskey, reviewing an American single malt line-up while navigating cigar pairings…
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In this episode of "Bourbon Beards and Belvederes," Jerry and Paul dive into a whiskey showdown with bottles from Missouri and Pennsylvania, all while missing their usual co-host Adam. As they sip through these higher proof whiskeys, they share tasting notes, discuss their Super Bowl predictions, and explore the controversies brewing around the Kan…
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In this episode, the hosts dive into the world of cigars, sharing their personal experiences and preferences. They discuss the nuances of cigar smoking, including the importance of a clean smoke and the art of pairing cigars with drinks like whiskey and beer. The episode delves into the personal journeys of the hosts, detailing their first encounte…
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Join hosts Adam, Paul, and Jerry on this special episode of Bourbon, Beards, and Belvederes as they welcome Ricky Rodriguez from West Tampa Cigar Company. With a remarkable career journey, Ricky shares insights into his transition from the carpet industry to becoming a renowned figure in the cigar world. Delve into Ricky's fascinating process of ci…
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Welcome to another engaging episode of Bourbon, Beards, and Belvederes! Join hosts Adam, Paul, and Jerry as they dive into the world of whiskey during the AFC and NFC Championship Games. This episode brings a thematic focus on the AFC Championship, with a fascinating showdown between Kings County Empire Rye and Gunners Weeded Bourbon. Listen in as …
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Join us in this episode as we explore some of the most delightful experiences in the world of cigars and beard products. We delve into the acclaimed Alec Bradley cigars, sharing our admiration for their quality and consistency. Next, we shift gears to discuss an exciting blend experience at Jay Mattingly, where the art of creating custom whiskey co…
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Welcome to Bourbon Beards and Belvederes! In this episode, hosts Adam, Paul, and Jerry return to their usual format, indulging in some fine whiskeys and cigars while also introducing listeners to exciting beer products. As they eagerly await the release of their inauguration special, the hosts start with palate warmers, where Paul introduces the Ol…
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Join the hosts of "Bourbon Beards and Belvederes" as they return from a brief hiatus, navigating recent weather challenges to bring you their latest experiences with bourbon and cigars. In this episode, they delve into the world of rye whiskeys, exploring unique flavor profiles from Pursuit Spirits and Rye 3 blends. From the icy temperatures affect…
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Join Adam, Paul, and Jerry for their memorable New Year's special on Bourbon, Beards, and Belvederes. This episode takes you on a journey through the year's highlights, featuring favorite whiskeys, cigars, and beard products. The hosts reflect on Fred Minnick's top whiskey list, discuss the wonders of various distilleries, and delve into the intric…
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Join the lively hosts of Bourbon Beards and Belvederes, Adam, Paul, and Jerry, as they dive into the festive season with their special holiday episode. Just days before Christmas, they share personal stories about family traditions and the excitement of setting up Christmas and Hanukkah decorations. The episode explores holiday-themed cocktails, wi…
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Join us in this episode as we delve into the fascinating world of premium cigars with a spotlight on the Diamond Crown Julius Caesar. Discover the intriguing story behind this iconic blend and learn how it all began with Drew's idea to celebrate the 135th birthday of Grandpa JC Newman. Our guest takes us through the history and craftsmanship of Dom…
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Welcome to this very special episode of Bird and Beards and Belvederes, where your hosts Adam, Paul, and Jerry are joined by the esteemed Bobby Newman of J.C. Newman Company. Bobby shares the rich history of J.C. Newman, America's oldest cigar company, and his personal journey from a young salesman to an industry leader. Discover fascinating storie…
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Join us in an exciting new episode of Bird and Beards and Belvederes as Adam, Paul, and Jerry welcome back Matt from Bay Area Beard Co. Dive into the intriguing world of beard grooming as Matt shares significant changes and exciting news about the transformation of his company. Discover how the company is undergoing a comprehensive rebranding, alig…
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Welcome to a special Thanksgiving episode of Bourbon Beards and Belvedeers! In this episode, hosts Adam, Paul, and Jerry come together to celebrate with a Wild Turkey Shootout, in honor of Thanksgiving. The trio dives into the nuances of three distinct Wild Turkey 101 offerings - a dusty Austin Nichols, a standard Wild Turkey 101, and the special W…
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In this episode of Bourbon Beards and Belvederes, join Adam, Paul, and Jerry as they dive back into their usual format of savoring fine whiskies, enjoying rich cigars, and exploring unique beard products. The trio kicks off with their palate warmers, including Chattanooga Whiskey 99 Rye, Solera Rye Whiskey from Gray Wolf Spirits, and Sagamore 93, e…
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Veterans Day Special: A Toast to Heroes with Bourbon and Beards
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47:35Join Adam, Paul, and Jerry for a special Veterans Day episode of Bourbon, Beards, and Belvederes. In this heartfelt tribute, they explore a variety of veteran-themed whiskeys and cigars, sharing their experiences and stories connected to Veterans Day. The episode kicks off with Paul savoring a single barrel pick from Nobleton's Distilling House, wh…
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Join Jerry and Paul on this special election-themed episode of "Bourbon, Beards, and Belvederes," where the duo navigates the world of whiskey while sharing intriguing election day fun facts. With Adam missing due to work commitments, Jerry and Paul take the reins, starting their night with a couple of unique whiskey selections and a cigar that set…
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Join Adam, Paul, and Jerry in this special Halloween episode of Bourbon, Beards, and Belvederes. The trio dives straight into the spirit of the season with a selection of Halloween-themed cocktails, cigars, and fall beard products. Skip the palate warmers as Jerry kicks off with his take on the "Nightmare on Bourbon Street" cocktail, featuring a bl…
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