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The 5th Annual Scotchy Bourbon Boy Halloween Party Podcast Vanilla, Char, Halloween Spirits, and what makes Devil's Cut Different From Every Other Bourbon
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We chase the lore and flavor of Jim Beam Devil’s Cut, rate it with a Halloween twist, and compare a fresh crack to a years-open bottle to see how oxidation reshapes vanilla, char, and sweetness. We also spotlight Blood Oath packs to frame value pours against complex blends.
• Middle West Spirits shoutout and origin nods
• Halloween setup, costumes, community banter
• Membership options, perks, and barrel picks
• Devil’s Cut origin story and extraction concept
• Nosing focus on vanilla, char, brown sugar
• Body, taste, and finish scores with knife “slashes”
• Fresh vs old Devil’s Cut side-by-side insights
• Value talk under $25 and cocktail ideas
• Blood Oath packs overview and tasting comparison
• Platform reminders and safe-drinking close
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What happens when Halloween chaos meets a bourbon with a devilish backstory? We dive into Jim Beam Devil’s Cut, the whiskey that pulls trapped spirit from barrel staves and blends it back into extra-aged bourbon, then explore why it smells like vanilla extract over warm char and tastes like liquid pudding with a smoky edge. Costumes and laughs aside, we get serious about value, process, and what truly sets this bottle apart at 90 proof and under $25 in many markets.
We walk through the nose, body, taste, and finish with a playful “slash” rating, then raise the stakes: a fresh 2025 crack versus a 2021 bottle that’s been open for years. The side-by-side reveals how oxidation shifts the profile from vanilla-forward to caramel and toffee, adds a hint of pepper, and slightly deepens the mid-palate. Our practical takeaway is simple and useful—open Devil’s Cut and let it evolve. If you love cocktails, we also highlight easy winners like Devil and Cola and Dance with the Devil that lean into its vanilla-char backbone.
To round out the night, we contrast Devil’s Cut’s focused profile with the layered complexity of Blood Oath packs. Think approachable weeknight pour versus special-occasion blend crafted from carefully sourced barrels and finishing casks. Along the way, we share community shoutouts, membership perks, and a few outrageous Halloween surprises that keep the room buzzing. If you’re curious about how time, air, and blending shape bourbon, you’ll leave with new ideas for your shelf and your next tasting.
If you enjoyed the ride, follow and subscribe, leave a rating or review, and share this episode with a friend who loves a good value pour. Tell us your favorite under-$25 bourbon and whether you prefer a fresh crack or a well-breathed bottle.
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Chapters
1. Origins Of Middle West Spirits (00:00:00)
2. Halloween Setup, Costumes, And Pre-Pour (00:03:06)
3. Community Shoutouts And Membership Perks (00:08:58)
4. Enter Samara Morgan And Devil’s Cut Plan (00:13:13)
5. Old Louisville Sponsor And Rating Rules (00:18:43)
6. Devil’s Cut Story And Process (00:24:50)
7. Nosing Notes: Vanilla, Char, Brown Sugar (00:30:00)
8. Tasting, Finish, And Price Talk (00:34:30)
9. Scores Tallied And Spooky Total (00:41:00)
10. Fresh vs Old Bottle Comparison (00:45:50)
11. Farewell To Samara And Reactions (00:51:40)
12. Blood Oath Spotlight And Tasting (00:57:40)
13. Closing Toasts, Platforms, And Safety (01:06:40)
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