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Bourbon Barrel Talk

Bourbon Barrel Talk is a conversation based podcast that focuses on the spirits industry, primarily bourbon. We love to have conversations with distillers, distilleries and friends and find out what they love about bourbon and other spirits.
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Episodes

BBT - Starlight Amburana Finished Bourbon and Rye

Scott and the Brocks review and try the Starlight Amburana Finished Bourbon and Rye. Both releases came out late last year. One of the most unique pours of 2021 and better pours I've had in a long time.

Apr 17, 202235 minEp. 171

BBT - Angel’s Envy Iced Apple Cider Review

Scott sits down with the Brock's and reviews Angel's Envy's newest release, the Iced Apple Cider Rye. This release is probably the most unique thing Angel's has released since they opened.

Apr 10, 202224 minEp. 170

BBT - John Wadell with Kentucky Peerless Distilling

Matt, Travis and Scott interview John Wadell with Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co. We talk about what he does as a barrel manager and the history of Peerless. We also discuss some of the things that make them unique.

Apr 03, 202235 minEp. 169

BBT - Louisville Bourbon, Food and Drinks Scene

Matt, Travis, Scott and Special Guest John Wadell sit down and discuss tons of things you need to do on your next visit to Louisville. We cover everything from coffee, cocktails, tours and some of the best eateries.

Mar 27, 202235 minEp. 168

BBT - OKI Review

DJ Jazzy Jasnoff and Scott review three recent OKI releases. KBB, The Revival and Liquor Barn. We also learn what a Muster Station is and why Matt named his bar that.

Mar 20, 202224 minEp. 167

BBT - Wild Turkey 101 Rye and Pints and Union SiB Rye Review

In this quick hitting episode, Scott reviews two recent ryes he picked up. While Josh and Matt are on vacation Scott wanted to drop a quick review of the Wild Turkey 101 Rye and Pints and Union SiB Rye. Scott also tells you a little about Pints and Union Bar and Restaurant in downtown New Albany.

Mar 13, 20228 minEp. 166

BBT - Lucky 7 at Doc Crow’s

Matt and Scott sit down with Michael Lahalih (Mike) and John Pals (JP) of Lucky Seven Spirits and discuss all their current products, their story and future projects coming up for Lucky 7. Special thanks to John Shumake from Doc Crow's for allowing us a space to connect. To shop their store, check out www.luckysevenspirits.com.

Feb 20, 202233 minEp. 163

BBT - Doc Crow’s

Matt and Scott sit down with Brad Lawton and John Shumake with Doc Crow's. We discussed the bourbon bar, the new breakfast menu and the upcoming flights. They give us insight to the collection of more than 2500 bourbon and ryes along with their most unique pours available.

Feb 13, 202242 minEp. 162

BBT - Quick Hit Winter Promo Teaser

Scott lets you know about the promos coming up, has a quick rant on secondary pricing and answers a question from a listener.

Feb 06, 20229 minEp. 161

BBT - Downtown DistilleryTours Part 2

Josh and Scott talk about two of our favorite Downtown Louisville distillery tours Angel's Envy and Old Forester. We reviewed what makes each one unique and share some fun things we did throughout the day. Tyler gave us a special experience we really enjoyed.

Jan 30, 202222 minEp. 160

BBT - Downtown Distillery Tours Part 1

Josh and Scott discuss three tours and experiences we did. In this episode, we discussed the Evan Williams Experience, Michter's Distillery Tour and Frazier Arms and Bourbon Museum. We cover the things we liked about each and pick which was our favorite.

Jan 23, 202225 minEp. 159

BBT - Old Carter 2021 and 2022 Release and Tasting

Ryan Chesser, Jess and Scott sat down with Mark and Sherri Carter to discuss their new location recent and upcoming releases. We discussed their new showroom and bottling facility as well. We cover Sherri's new book Daily Decadence and had a surprise drop in from Pat Heist with Wilderness Trail. Much fun was had, turn down the volume, the more we drank, the louder it gets!!!

Jan 16, 20221 hr 52 minEp. 158

BBT - Best and Favorite Pours of 2021

Matt, Travis and Scott discuss our favorites, a few misses and biggest surprises of the year 2021. Matt breaks the rules as usual and pick a few from 2019 and 2020, and calls it the Covid year...

Jan 09, 202235 minEp. 157

BBT - Knob Creek and Bulleit Single Barrel Store Pick

Nick, The Legend and Scott review a Knob Creek and Bulleit Single Barrel Store Pick. Like last year, most of December will be quick hitters, so you can spend time enjoying your Family. We hope you enjoy your Holiday and this years special promotion.

Jan 02, 202217 minEp. 148

BBT - 8 Crazy Nights of Rye Four Gate Ruby Rye Springs

For our last episode of the 8 Crazy Nights of Rye Series, we dive in to the most prominent MGP 95/5 Rye. This Four Gate Ruby Rye Springs is a sourced MGP Rye, finished is a Ruby Port Barrel, and again in a Rum Cask. No rye discussion is complete without MGP.

Dec 28, 202116 minEp. 156

BBT - 8 Crazy Nights of Rye Knob Creek Single Barrel Rye

Nick, Travis and Scott discuss another solid everyday shelfer in the continuation of the 8 Crazy Nights of Rye. Knob Creek Single Barrel Rye is one of the easiest to find solid higher proof ryes. It's good neat, on the rocks or makes a kick ass cocktail.

Dec 26, 202115 minEp. 155

BBT - 8 Crazy Nights of Rye Wilderness Trail Single Barrel Rye

As we continue the 8 Crazy Nights of Rye series, Wilderness Trail Single Barrel Rye, brings another dynamic to this series. This one is from one of our favorite newer distilleries and made by two of the best dudes in bourbon Shane and Pat.

Dec 24, 202116 minEp. 154

BBT - 8 Crazy Night‘s of Rye EH Taylor Straight Rye

As we continue the series 8 Crazy Night's of Rye; the fellas review and discuss EH Taylor Straight Rye. We all had similar opinions on this one, we hope you enjoy our perspective and candor.

Dec 21, 202114 minEp. 153

BBT - 8 Crazy Nights of Rye Michter‘s 10 Rye

The fellas continue the series 8 Crazy Nights of Rye with Michter's 10 Rye. Michter's does some of our favorite bourbon and rye expressions, but no list of ryes is complete without a Michter's 10 Rye.

Dec 19, 202116 minEp. 152

BBT - 8 Crazy Nights of Rye Starlight

This Holiday seasons special is the 8 Crazy Nights of Rye. Scott, Brent and Nick discuss and review Starlight's Single Barrel Rye. We also discuss what makes them unique and special as a distillery!

Dec 14, 202113 minEp. 150

BBT - 8 Crazy Nights of Rye Old Forester Barrel Strength Rye

This Holiday seasons special is the 8 Crazy Nights of Rye. We are kicking off this special with one of my personal favorites, Old Forester Barrel Strength Rye. Travis Hill and Brent Colangelo walk through this rye expression.

Dec 12, 202116 minEp. 149

BBT - Holiday Gifts

Nick, The Legend and Scott review a Jefferson's Reserve store pick, while discussing the best gifts to get the bourbon lover in your life. Gifts range from $15-$800, so we have it all covered.

Dec 05, 202128 minEp. 147

BBT - Barbrye Brocks Rye picks

Barbara Brock picks 5 unique ryes for Nick, The Legend and Scott to taste. The ryes reviewed Blue Run, Willett Blackened, Starlight Apple Brandy, Starlight Cognac and Bear Wallow Liars Bench.

Nov 28, 202143 minEp. 144

BBT - Log Still Distillery W/ Wally Dant

Matt, Josh and Scott sit down with the owner and Head Distiller Wally Dant of Log Still Distillery and Proprietor of Dant Crossing. We discuss everything from their spirits, family tradition, amphitheater, special lodging and much more. Make sure you take the trip out their to see all the awesome things they have going.

Nov 21, 202151 minEp. 146

BBT - Bardstown Bourbon Company Nick Smith and Danny Callaway

Nick, Matt and Scott visit Bardstown Bourbon Company and spend time with Head Distiller, Nick Smith and VP of Product Development, Danny Callaway. We cover everything from their collaboration series to the state of the art facility they use. Danny even gives a few upcoming secrets that they are planning.

Oct 31, 202141 minEp. 145
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