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Buffalo Happy Hour

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The Buffalo Happy Hour Podcast is a podcast that uploads "Episodes" every Monday, "Wednesday Whiskey Reviews" every Wednesday, and "Interviews" every Friday at 8am. Interviews consist of promoting local businesses by interviewing the owners and rating their products. Episodes generally consist of Derek and Mike explore virtually whatever is on their minds while enjoying and rating a glass of Whiskey discussing the history of the company, and giving cocktail recommendations. Please Like, Comment, and Subscribe so you are notified when a new episode gets posted!

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Episodes

Wednesday Whiskey Review: DEVILS RIVER DISTILLER'S SELECT - Buffalo Happy Hour

We are HONORED to try this BRAND NEW bottle from Devil's River, their Distiller's Select. This premium bottle fills that role. First off; it's stunning, smells so inviting, and the tasting notes keep you coming back. This is something you need to appreciate and drink slowly. Not only is it high proof, but you'll want to save some for the next time you're thirsty! As always, please subscribe to our YouTube Channel, it really helps us grow as a podcast which in turn helps the businesses we promote...

Apr 28, 202110 minSeason 2Ep. 83

Sounding the LUNK ALARM - Buffalo Happy Hour (ep. 82)

Your boys discuss Derek's Planet Fitness (#notasponsor) story, noises during working out, their Three Chord Collab Details, and more! During this episode, we are drinking a very interesting Bourbon called Doubleday from Cooperstown Distillery! As always, please subscribe to our YouTube Channel, it really helps us grow as a podcast which in turn helps the businesses we promote! Leave a like comment, and subscribe. New videos every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday! Advertising Inquiries: https://redc...

Apr 26, 20211 hr 8 minSeason 3Ep. 82

Small Business Interview #59: Jim Curry Wine Sommelier - Buffalo Happy Hour

In this interview, your boys went back to Addy's Wine and Spirits to interview their in-house Wine Sommelier! Jim Curry is a retired school teacher looking to always do more. After retiring, he decided he needed to learn a new trait, and since Wine was always a passion of his, decided to become a sommelier. Don't let this after-retirement hobby fool you, this is a ridiculous undertaking, very complicated, and we were so happy to discuss with him on the intricacies on becoming a Wine Sommelier. A...

Apr 23, 202152 minSeason 3Ep. 82

Wednesday Whiskey Review: Cooperstown Doubleday Bourbon - Buffalo Happy Hour

This week, we review our most unique bottle to date! Cooperstown distillery came out with a baseball bottle series, which makes sense considering Cooperstown is home of the Baseball Hall of Fame. Check this review out, including our tasting notes and what we are smelling. Make sure to tune in on Monday for the final rating! As always, please subscribe to our YouTube Channel, it really helps us grow as a podcast which in turn helps the businesses we promote! Leave a like comment, and subscribe. N...

Apr 21, 20217 minSeason 3Ep. 82

WHY Are YOU The Way That You Are? - Buffalo Happy Hour (ep. 81)

Your boys discuss Mike's terrible time management skills, Derek's ADHD, and the very easy discussion around… you know.. The creation of civilization. During this episode, we are drinking a beer we created with Crooked Lamp Post Brewing Company, called Guava All Over. A Pink Guava Witbier that is about 4.5% alcohol. DELICIOUS! As always, please subscribe to our YouTube Channel, it really helps us grow as a podcast which in turn helps the businesses we promote! Leave a like comment, and subscribe....

Apr 19, 20211 hr 4 minSeason 3Ep. 81

Small Business Interview #58: Marie Rachelle - Buffalo Happy Hour

In this interview, your boys traveled to Hamburg to talk with a local entreprenuer who is creating a better environment for freelancers and small businesses. Marie is the founder and owner of Convergence Coworking, a new coworking space in Hamburg which would allow freelancers, remote workers, and start-ups a place to work outside of their home. Marie also runs the Freelancer Business Week, which is a local event aimed at helping freelancers. Marie has done amazing work so far to help small busi...

Apr 16, 202156 minSeason 3Ep. 81

Wednesday BEER Review: GUAVA ALL OVER - Buffalo Happy Hour

This week, your boys collabed HARD with Crooked Lamp Post Brewing Company to bring you "GUAVA ALL OVER", a 4.5% Pink Guava Witbier that was incredibly fun to create. We were apart of the entire process from milling the grains to canning the beer. Thanks so much, Crooked, for allowing us to come learn on your equipment. Tune in Monday to hear the final rating. As always, please subscribe to our YouTube Channel, it really helps us grow as a podcast which in turn helps the businesses we promote! Le...

Apr 14, 20219 minSeason 3Ep. 81

Steaks Taste Better in Indiana - Buffalo Happy Hour (ep. 80)

Your boys discuss Derek's most recent travels to Indiana, how boring i90 is, healthy Steaks, and Parks and Rec. We have this discussion while drinking Whiskey finished in Cabernet Sauvignon Barrels from our friends over at Saint Lawrence Spirits. As always, please subscribe to our YouTube Channel, it really helps us grow as a podcast which in turn helps the businesses we promote! Leave a like comment, and subscribe. New videos every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday! Advertising Inquiries: https://r...

Apr 12, 20211 hr 2 minSeason 3Ep. 80

Small Business Interview #57: Saint Lawrence Spirits Distillery and Chateau - Buffalo Happy Hour

In this interview, your boys had a weekend getaway with the Housewives up in Clayton NY at Saint Lawrence Spirits. We went up there to interview the owner, Jody, to discuss their amazing distilled spirits like their whiskey, vodka, gin, and absinthe. We also discuss their Chateau, the amazing Farm to Table restaurant, future plans, and history. This interview flew by and we had a LOT more to discuss. As always, please subscribe to our YouTube Channel, it really helps us grow as a podcast which i...

Apr 09, 20211 hrSeason 3Ep. 80

Wednesday WHISKEY Review: Whiskey finished in Cabernet Sauvignon Barrels - Buffalo Happy Hour

This week, we have a special whiskey for you brought to you by our friends over at Saint Lawrence Spirits! They take their whiskey and finish it in Cabernet Sauvignon barrels to give you an unique and complex flavor that will have you drinking more. This is a must try, BHH Recommended. Tune in Monday to hear the final rating. As always, please subscribe to our YouTube Channel, it really helps us grow as a podcast which in turn helps the businesses we promote! Leave a like comment, and subscribe....

Apr 07, 20219 minSeason 3Ep. 80

Give me s'more of those Cacao Nibs - Buffalo Happy Hour (ep. 79)

For the second week in a row, we do not have a script. Let us know below, do you like this format or do you prefer the educational series? We discuss everything in this episode from Mike's COVID Scare, Marshmallow preferences, our weekly recap, and then have a heated discussion about the origin of Cacao Nibs. We have this discussion while drinking some delicious beer from Brazen Brewing in Lancaster NY. As always, please subscribe to our YouTube Channel, it really helps us grow as a podcast whic...

Apr 05, 20211 hr 3 minSeason 3Ep. 79

Small Business Interview #56: Reid Ferguson - Buffalo Happy Hour

In this interview, your boys go back to First Line Brewing to interview Buffalo Bills Long Snapper, Reid Ferguson! We discuss his childhood, middle school football, transition to the Long Snapper position in school, college scholarship process, and NFL Draft. We also cover his support for Local Businesses, Charity Work, and his love for the Buffalo Area. This was a fantastic interview with one of the greats at the position, and we appreciate Reid for his time! As always, please subscribe to our ...

Apr 02, 202158 minSeason 3Ep. 79

Wednesday Beer Review: Brazen Brewing Pt 2! - Buffalo Happy Hour

This week, your boys review two more beers from Brazen Brewing in Lancaster. These beers are a Chocolate Raspberry Dark Sour and a NEIPA. These beers are fantastic, and make sure to leave a Comment below so we can ask them your questions in the future when we go interview them. Tune in Monday to hear the final rating. As always, please subscribe to our YouTube Channel, it really helps us grow as a podcast which in turn helps the businesses we promote! Leave a like comment, and subscribe. New vid...

Mar 31, 202110 minSeason 3Ep. 79

Digging to China, Property Lines, and Social Media - Buffalo Happy Hour (ep. 78)

Your boys are off the rails again. We decided after 6 months of structured segment mini-series, we should take a break from the structure for a little bit. After this episode, maybe we should go back. We discuss Foreign influence in social media drama, digging to China, and how high your property line goes. We have this discussion while drinking some delicious beer from Brazen Brewing in Lancaster NY. As always, please subscribe to our YouTube Channel, it really helps us grow as a podcast which ...

Mar 29, 20211 hr 6 minSeason 3Ep. 78

Small Business Interview #55: VIC CARUCCI - Buffalo Happy Hour

During this week's interview, your boys try this ZOOM thing again but with a local Buffalo Legend, VIC CARUCCI! We talk with Vic about his path from a football fan and player when he was in school in Utica NY, to his travels to Philly to cover the Eagles and then landing his dream job at the Buffalo News covering the Bills. We also discuss appropriate questions to ask Coach Sean McDermott, Journalist's responsibilities reporting speculative stories like Diggs in 2019 and JJ Watt in 2021, and the...

Mar 26, 202143 minSeason 3Ep. 78

Wednesday Beer Review: Brazen Brewing Stouts! - Buffalo Happy Hour

This week, your boys review two beers from a new brewery in Lancaster NY called Brazen Brewing. These two beers are Chocolate Peanut Butter Stout and a Bread Pudding Stout and THESE. BEERS. ARE. SPOT. ON! They have a delicious taste, great consistent carbonation, and a delightful finish. As always, please subscribe to our YouTube Channel, it really helps us grow as a podcast which in turn helps the businesses we promote! Leave a like comment, and subscribe. New videos every Monday, Wednesday, an...

Mar 24, 202110 minSeason 2Ep. 78

Frank Lloyd Wright: Prominent People of Buffalo Episode 12; - Buffalo Happy Hour (ep. 77)

Frank Lloyd Wright didn't grow up or live in Buffalo for an extended period of time, but everyone knows him around here because of his architectural influence in helping put Buffalo Architecture on the map. In this episode, we dive into his history, discuss our week, and then rate the Fighting 69th Regiment whiskey, which is amazing and has quite the story as well! As always, please subscribe to our YouTube Channel, it really helps us grow as a podcast which in turn helps the businesses we promo...

Mar 22, 20211 hr 5 minSeason 3Ep. 77

Small Business Interview #54: Café Godot - Buffalo Happy Hour

During this week's small business interview, your boys travel to Café Godot to talk with the owners about their amazing neighborhood café. Kevin and Roy are the owners of this small café, and are trying to make food to ensure you feel full without overindulging, have a healthy spin to them, all while not breaking the bank. As always, please subscribe to our YouTube Channel, it really helps us grow as a podcast which in turn helps the businesses we promote! Leave a like comment, and subscribe. Ne...

Mar 19, 20211 hr 9 minSeason 3Ep. 76

Wednesday Whiskey Review: The Fighting 69th Irish Whiskey - Buffalo Happy Hour

This week, your boys review a perfect whiskey for Saint Paddy's Day! The Fighting 69th Whiskey has quite the story behind it, and lives up to the epic hype. Thanks so much, Super Fan, for gifting us this bottle! It was great to review and dive into the history. To learn more about the Fighting 69th, tune in on Monday! As always, please subscribe to our YouTube Channel, it really helps us grow as a podcast which in turn helps the businesses we promote! Leave a like comment, and subscribe. New vid...

Mar 17, 20218 minSeason 3Ep. 77

Roswell Park: Prominent People of Buffalo Episode 11; - Buffalo Happy Hour (ep. 76)

Roswell Park was such an accomplished surgeon, and his impact on Buffalo is everlasting. So many incredible accomplishments within the Medical Field, which is why Buffalo's Cancer Research facility is dedicated in his honor. As always, please subscribe to our YouTube Channel, it really helps us grow as a podcast which in turn helps the businesses we promote! Leave a like comment, and subscribe. New videos every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Pr...

Mar 15, 20211 hrSeason 3Ep. 76

Small Business Interview #53: First Line Brewing - Buffalo Happy Hour

During this week's small business interview, your boys travel to Orchard Park to sit down with one of the newer breweries in the area, First Line Brewing. We talk about starting a brewery after being a home brew club, remodeling a Dry Cleaners to be the spot for their brewery, canning process, the grind to make the dream come true, and their amazing beers they have to offer. As always, please subscribe to our YouTube Channel, it really helps us grow as a podcast which in turn helps the businesse...

Mar 12, 20211 hr 15 minSeason 3Ep. 76

Wednesday BEER Review: First Line Brewing Off The Juice NEIPA - Buffalo Happy Hour

This week, your boys review a New England IPA from our friends over at First Line Brewing. First Line is a newer brewery open in Orchard Park that is LITERALLY having issues keeping product available. All of their beer sells so quickly, and it's because it's so incredibly tasty! Check out this review we did of one of their staples, and let us know if you've tried them yet! As always, please subscribe to our YouTube Channel, it really helps us grow as a podcast which in turn helps the businesses ...

Mar 10, 20216 minSeason 3Ep. 76

TIM RUSSERT: Prominent People of Buffalo Episode 10; - Buffalo Happy Hour (ep. 75)

Tim Russert was one of the most well-respected political commentator in modern history. He was well known in the political sphere as being a pretty strict interviewee by drilling down to get the true facts, including asking tough questions on why politicians have flip-flopped in their views over time. Tim Russert passed away way too young, and we feel we need more Tim Russert's in the political environment today, because then we might get back to uncovering the truth about policies. As always, p...

Mar 08, 20211 hr 3 minSeason 3Ep. 75

Small Business Interview #52: Hydraulic Hearth - Buffalo Happy Hour

During this week's small business interview, your boys sit down with Adam Rath, who is the bar manager at Hydraulic Hearth. We talk about everything including Hydraulic's history and the formation of it becoming a staple in Larkinville, Adam's personal history which includes being a stunt combat actor, and the history and origins of the term Cocktail as well as the origin of the term "old fashioned cocktail". As always, please subscribe to our YouTube Channel, it really helps us grow as a podcas...

Mar 05, 20211 hr 4 minSeason 3Ep. 75

Wednesday WHISKEY Review: Taconic Distillery Bourbon Cream - Buffalo Happy Hour

Taconic Distillery sent us this amazing bottle of Bourbon Cream for us to review for our podcast. This bourbon cream is unlike any other, with prominent notes of Vanilla Bean and a very slight hint of whiskey. This would be great in your morning coffee (weekend or holiday, obviously), or after dinner night cap, or EVEN over your ice cream?! Yeah, we know. As always, please subscribe to our YouTube Channel, it really helps us grow as a podcast which in turn helps the businesses we promote! Leave ...

Mar 03, 20215 minSeason 3Ep. 75

Willis CARRIER: Prominent People of Buffalo Episode 8; - Buffalo Happy Hour (ep. 74)

Contrary to popular belief, the person who invented Air Conditioning was from BUFFALO NEW YORK?! Didn't see that one coming since it gets unbearably warm an hour out of the year. Hear about how he did that, his process for getting a patent, and everything else during this episode! As always, please subscribe to our YouTube Channel, it really helps us grow as a podcast which in turn helps the businesses we promote! Leave a like comment, and subscribe. New videos every Monday, Wednesday, and Frida...

Mar 01, 20211 hr 2 minSeason 3Ep. 74

Small Business Interview #51: Clinical Hypnotherapist and Woman's Mindset Coach - Buffalo Happy Hour

During this week's small business interview, your boys conduct their first ever Zoom Interview! We have a great discussion with Taylor Carr (ig; TayFemme) to discuss her journey to becoming a Clinical Hypnotherapist, what being a Woman's Mindset Coach entails, her history, as well as her acting career in California. As always, please subscribe to our YouTube Channel, it really helps us grow as a podcast which in turn helps the businesses we promote! Leave a like comment, and subscribe. New video...

Feb 26, 202140 minSeason 3Ep. 74

Wednesday WHISKEY Review: HUDSON BABY BOURBON WHISKEY - Buffalo Happy Hour

This week, your boys tried whiskey from the first distillery in New York to make whiskey since the end of prohibition. Clearly we enjoyed it since the bottle is almost gone, so let us know your thoughts. Would you buy this whiskey? As always, please subscribe to our YouTube Channel, it really helps us grow as a podcast which in turn helps the businesses we promote! Leave a like comment, and subscribe. New videos every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/br...

Feb 24, 20217 minSeason 3Ep. 74

William "Wild Bill" Joe Donovan PART 2! Prominent People of Buffalo Episode 8; - Buffalo Happy Hour (ep. 73)

This dude was such an awesome man, we had to split it up into two different episodes to make sure we cover everything accurately! In this episode, we talk about his life after the war, and what he did to continue to be the Alpha he was. This man is a LEGEND, and has attributed so much ALPHA and Success to his name. As always, please subscribe to our YouTube Channel, it really helps us grow as a podcast which in turn helps the businesses we promote! Leave a like comment, and subscribe. New videos...

Feb 22, 20211 hr 5 minSeason 3Ep. 73

Small Business Interview #50: Loti Henna Studio - Buffalo Happy Hour

During this week's small business interview, your boys travel back to Hamburg to discuss a business where we have 0 knowledge of - Henna Tattoos. Lauren, owner of Loti Henna Studios, talks to us about the intricacies of Henna tattoos, comparison to traditional tattoos, other artisans pieces within her shop, future aspirations, and so much more. As always, please subscribe to our YouTube Channel, it really helps us grow as a podcast which in turn helps the businesses we promote! Leave a like comm...

Feb 19, 202138 minSeason 3Ep. 73
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