Enter the Wizarding World of Harry Potter in the upcoming open-world adventure game, Hogwarts Legacy. I'm sipping on and reviewing the latest batch of Barrell Bourbon, Batch 32, while recapping Playstation's State of Play reveal of this incredible video game coming later this year.
Mar 18, 2022•14 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Today I'm reviewing Wild Turkey's Russell's Reserve 13 Year Old Bourbon which I won in this year's whiskey lottery. I'm also sharing the news of the upcoming 17 Year Old bourbon releases coming from Heaven Hill along with the new cognac finished Batch 18 Bourbon from Four Gate. There are some new video games coming out this month as well, including Gran Turismo 7, WWE 2K22, Grand Theft Auto 5 for PS5 and Xbox Series X, and more!
Mar 11, 2022•15 min•Season 1Ep. 22
This week I'm sipping on a special sample of Booker's 25th Anniversary edition bottle from Jim Beam, sharing the news about the first bourbon release coming soon from the Castle & Key Distillery, and recapping the Pokémon Day presentation that included the announcement of the next generation in the video game series, Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet, coming later in 2022.
Mar 04, 2022•18 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Today I'm reviewing Freddie Noe's 2020 addition to the Little Book series from Jim Beam, Chapter 4: Lesson's Honored. I'm also talking about The Sexton's new limited edition The Walking Dead Irish Single Malt Whiskey, a Pappy Van Winkle Bourbon and Rye Whiskey Raffle supporting Make a Wish Foundation and Champ Camp, and an epic retro video game find that could be worth millions of dollars! Video Game Store Closes 1994 Inventory Found 27 Years Later Factory Sealed SNES Sega Genesis Saturn (The Ga...
Feb 25, 2022•22 min•Season 1Ep. 20
On this episode, I'm reviewing Town Branch's 11 year old single malt whiskey aged in Oloroso sherry casks while talking about new bills in the state of Kentucky that could help save private barrel selections from becoming illegal. Plus, I'm talking about a Japanese whiskey heist that involved over 7.7 million yen worth of whiskey! Questions or comments? Reach me at [email protected] Chat about this week's episode on the Bourbon Bytes Whiskey & Gaming Lounge Discord server at http://ww...
Feb 18, 2022•21 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Do you have friends who aren't whiskey drinkers? Today I'm giving you some tips on how to ease them into sipping bourbon and whiskey neat! Because drinking whiskey with friends is always more fun than drinking alone. I'm also tasting and reviewing Old Forester Single Barrel Barrel Strength Rye sent to me by a listener of the podcast. Questions or comments? Reach me at [email protected] Chat about this week's episode on the Bourbon Bytes Whiskey & Gaming Lounge Discord server at http:/...
Feb 11, 2022•18 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Thanks to a good friend and patron of the show, I have the latest batch of Stagg Jr. to review. Plus, I'm talking about the latest acquisition of Samson & Surrey by Heaven Hill and the acquisition of Bungie Studios by Sony PlayStation. Then, I'm highlighting a few new video games coming out this month, including Horizon Forbidden West, Elden Ring, and The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask coming to Nintendo Switch Online. Questions or comments? Reach me at [email protected] Chat about th...
Feb 04, 2022•15 min•Season 1Ep. 17
2022 is off to a busy start with new whiskey announcements coming out of the U.S. and Scotland. I'm pouring a glass of Barrell Craft Spirits Armida Bourbon and diving into these upcoming releases, including Rabbit Hole Starlino Rye, Jack Daniel's 12 Year, Ardbeg Hypernova, Ardbeg Fermutation, and Glendronach 50 Year. Questions or comments? Reach me at [email protected] Chat about this week's episode on the Bourbon Bytes Whiskey & Gaming Lounge Discord server at http://www.BourbonBytes...
Jan 28, 2022•23 min•Season 1Ep. 16
This week I'm reviewing Yellowstone Select Bourbon and talking about their limited edition Landmark Series bottles to celebrate Limestone Branch Distillery and the 150th anniversary of the Yellowstone Bourbon Brand. Plus, I'm taking a deep dive into a new case study about the bourbon industry in Kentucky, which is bringing in over $9 billion a year. Finally, we're taking a look at the White Oak Initiative and how they're advocating to save our dwindling resource of white oak trees, which may dis...
Jan 21, 2022•24 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Knob Creek has always had a place on my bar cart. Today, I'm comparing the 100 proof and cask strength versions of Knob Creek 12 Year, talking about some new Rye whiskeys from Still Austin and Uncle Nearest, plus sharing what games I've been enjoying the most so far in 2022: It Takes Two and Hot Wheels Unleashed. Questions or comments? Reach me at [email protected] Chat about this week's episode on the Bourbon Bytes Whiskey & Gaming Lounge Discord server at http://www.BourbonBytes.com...
Jan 14, 2022•22 min•Season 1Ep. 14
On today's episode, I'm reviewing two whiskeys from J.K. Williams Distilling out of Peoria, Illinois - including their Zephyr Straight Bourbon Whiskey and Bridge Series Wheat Whiskey. I'm also talking about a new 13-year-old Light Whiskey from Penelope Bourbon and the next generation of virtual reality gaming from Playstation VR2. Questions or comments? Reach me at [email protected] Chat about this week's episode on the Bourbon Bytes Whiskey & Gaming Lounge Discord server at http://ww...
Jan 07, 2022•18 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Today I will be raising a glass to Betty White (1922-2021) with a review of Barrell New Year 2022 Bourbon. I'm also sharing some of the runners up from my Top Whiskeys of the Year and why they didn't quite make the list for 2021, including Larceny Barrel Proof (C921), Russell's Reserve 13, Jaxk Daniel's 10, Doc Swinson's Alter Ego Rye, Old Scout Port Cask Finish Rye, and Laphroiag Cairdeas. Questions or comments? Reach me at [email protected] Chat about this week's episode on the Bourbon ...
Jan 01, 2022•19 min•Season 1Ep. 12
It's a short one this week, but I'm reviewing two American Whiskeys for you guys: Jack Daniel's 10 Year Old Tennessee Whiskey & Peerless Double Oak Bourbon. I'm also talking about Maker's Mark paying your luggage fees for Holiday travel, and the passing of Nintendo legend Masayuki Uemura. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you and yours this season! Questions or comments? Reach me at [email protected] Chat about this week's episode on the Bourbon Bytes Whiskey & Gaming Lounge D...
Dec 24, 2021•15 min•Season 1Ep. 11
In an unexpected twist, Heaven Hill sent me a sample of the final 2021 batch of Larceny Barrel Proof C921 that I'm reviewing this episode. Larceny C921 comes in at 122.6 proof and is aged 6-8 years. I'm also talking about the release of St. George Spirits Ruthless Whiskey made from Sierra Nevada IPA mash, as well as Sagamore Spirits new Rum Finish Rye. I'm also going over the winners and announcements from last week's Game Awards and sharing my experience of playing the Unreal Engine 5 tech demo...
Dec 17, 2021•21 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Shopping for the whiskey lover in your life can be tough, so I’ve created a list of the best gift-giving bottles to guide you in finding the perfect present for them this Holiday season. Plus, I'll be reviewing Smooth Ambler's Old Scout Port Cask Rye, talking about the Bardstown Collection of Limited Edition bourbons, and a brand new update to Grand Theft Auto Online: The Contract. Questions or comments? Reach me at [email protected] Chat about this week's episode on the Bourbon Bytes Whi...
Dec 10, 2021•23 min•Season 1Ep. 9
The Whisky Exchange just named Deanston 18 as the Whisky of the Year 2022. I'm reviewing this Highland Single Malt Scotch for the first time, and I'm discussing news about a new Irish whiskey distillery at the historic Titanic Pump House in Belfast, Suntory's Japanese whiskey price hike, and Qualcomm x Razer's new G3x Dev Kit that's about to change the handheld game! Questions or comments? Reach me at [email protected] Chat about this week's episode on the Bourbon Bytes Whiskey & Gami...
Dec 03, 2021•20 min•Season 1Ep. 8
This Black Friday, I'm talking about the best "bang for your buck" bourbons in three different categories. Whether it's high proof, high value bottles, mid-range bourbons, or budget bottles, you will be hard pressed to find better deals than these. Later in the episode, I'm also sharing some of the best Black Friday deals in video games, including a Nintendo Switch bundle, PlayStation exclusive discounts, and Xbox Game Pass discounted subscriptions. Also in this episode: A review of Wild Turkey ...
Nov 26, 2021•32 min•Season 1Ep. 7
I'm reviewing Elvis "Tiger Man" Tennessee Whiskey & "The King" Indiana Rye Whiskey while talking about other upcoming releases - including American Highway Bourbon from Brad Paisley and Bardstown Bourbon Company, the next Old Forester 117 Series "1910 Extra Old." I'm also sharing breaking news about the new live-action Halo TV series coming to Paramount+ and the officially licensed Super Smash Bros. esports tournament from Nintendo coming in 2022. Chat about this week's episode on the Bourbo...
Nov 19, 2021•22 min•Season 1Ep. 6
This is a weird one! Lots of whiskey & gaming news this week - including French fry flavored vodka from Arby's, a major Among Us update, and the release of Netflix Gaming for iOS and Android, including two Stranger Things games. I'm also reviewing Barrel Craft Spirits' Barrel Seagrass, an American and Canadian Rye Whiskey finished in 3 different types of casks! Chat about this week's episode on the Bourbon Bytes Whiskey & Gaming Lounge Discord server at http://www.BourbonBytes.com Suppor...
Nov 12, 2021•21 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Lux Row Distillers just announced a $4M expansion plan, so I'm reviewing the latest Blood Oath Pact 7 and sharing my thoughts on the distillery and its recent acquisition by MGP. Then, I'm talking with my friend Brandon about the newest game in the CoD franchise, Call of Duty: Vanguard, out today. Follow Brandon on Instagram: @imasmartidi0t Chat about this week's episode on the Bourbon Bytes Whiskey & Gaming Lounge Discord at http://www.BourbonBytes.com Support the show on Patreon at https:/...
Nov 05, 2021•22 min•Season 1Ep. 4
To kick off Halloween weekend, I'm reviewing Smoke Wagon's special edition spooky bottle, reacting to Blue Run's High Rye Bourbon from Jim Rutledge, and discussing Stardew Valley developer ConcernedApe's latest project: Haunted Chocolatier. Chat about this week's episode on the Bourbon Bytes Whiskey & Gaming Lounge Discord at http://www.BourbonBytes.com Support the show on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/BourbonBytes Subscribe on YouTube for live streams and more at https://www.YouTube.co...
Oct 29, 2021•19 min•Season 1Ep. 3
After six weeks of its employees on strike, the Heaven Hill Distillery has reached an agreement with a local labor union. I'll be telling you what you need to know about this decision and how it relates to the 'Bourbon Boom'. I'll also be tasting and reviewing Elijah Craig Barrel Proof C921 while discussing Rockstar Games announcement of Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy - Definitive Edition releasing November 11th. Discuss this week's episode on the Bourbon Bytes Whiskey & Gaming Lounge Discord...
Oct 25, 2021•18 min•Season 1Ep. 2
In this first episode of the Bourbon Bytes Podcast, I'll be recapping my trip to Austin, Texas for the Bastard's Ball and LaQuinta Meetup. I'll be tasting Saint's Alley "The Herald" Bourbon finished in Armagnac Casks while also discussing the Animal Crossing: New Horizons 2.0 update coming November 5th. Find Bourbon Bytes across the web: http://BourbonBytes.com
Oct 22, 2021•29 min•Season 1Ep. 1