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The Bourbon Road

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The Bourbon Road is two friends sharing pours and good stories with interesting guests. Each week we sip on bourbon while talking with celebrities, musicians, chefs, authors, industry experts and everyone in between. If bourbon makes it better... or even the other way around, then we want to talk about it.
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Episodes

422. Discovering the Bardstown Bourbon Discovery Series

Jim and Todd explore four different Discovery releases from Bardstown Bourbon Company. We taste each of releases 9-12 and announce our winner at the end of the show. Listen in to get your tips on which release you should be on the lookout for. Thanks to our sponsors: Smokeys Lifestyle Cigars The Hill House Bed and Breakfast Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving people. You will be welcomed with open arms!...

Dec 11, 20241 hr 4 minSeason 1Ep. 422

421. Lost Lantern Whiskey

This Todd is joined by Adam Polonski of Lost Lantern Whiskey. On this episode, Todd and Adam drink through four separate expressions of the Single Cask Series of 10 year whiskeys. Listen in as Adam tells us all about the unique mission of Lost Lantern and how they have been executing with a passion since 2020. Thanks to our sponsors: Smokeys Lifestyle Cigars The Hill House Bed and Breakfast Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving...

Dec 04, 202452 minSeason 1Ep. 421

420. Brothers Bond Bourbon with Ian Somerhalder and Paul Wesley

Jim welcomes Ian Somerhalder and Paul Wesley from Brother's Bond Bourbon to the show. Ian and Paul, also known for their work together on the well known series "Vampire Diaries" talk about their spirit company Brothers Bond. They introduce Jim to their 7 Year Bonded Bourbon and their Regenerative Grain Bourbon on this episode. Listen in as the guys recount their time together on the set as well as their path to start this new brand. Thanks to our sponsors: Smokeys Lifestyle Cigars The Hill House...

Nov 27, 20241 hr 4 minSeason 1Ep. 420

419. Unicorn Reviews

This week Jim and Todd review 4 unicorn releases that will definitely get your attention. Listen in as we taste, talk and rate each of the pours against each other. A winner will rise to the top! Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving people. You will be welcomed with open arms!

Nov 20, 20241 hr 10 minSeason 1Ep. 419

418. Roadies Southern Whiskey Night

This week Jim opens up the Bourbon Road Bar as three Roadies descend on Bourbon Country. Our good friends from the south come bearing gifts from Chattanooga. They share their whiskey and their knowledge in this great get-together. Listen in as we sip, and talk and discuss all that matters in this world of whiskey. Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving people. You will be welcomed with open arms!

Nov 13, 20241 hr 13 minSeason 1Ep. 418

417. Hidden Barn with Jackie Zykan

This week Todd and Jim sit down with Jackie Zykan and three amazing Hidden Barn expressions that she has created along with Neeley Family Distillery. Listen in as she takes us through the barrel selection and blending process for these products. A great episode to be sure. Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving people. You will be welcomed with open arms!

Nov 06, 202459 minSeason 1Ep. 417

416. Nose Your Bourbon

This week Todd and Jim sit down with Chris Walters from Nose Your Bourbon. We get a chance to have a close look at his bourbon nosing kit and taste through a number of good pours. Listen in to gain good info on nosing techniques and how to build your library of flavors/aromas. Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving people. You will be welcomed with open arms!

Oct 30, 202455 minSeason 1Ep. 416

415. Bourbon on the Banks Wrap-up Show

This week Todd and Jim hang out in Jacob's Well with Norbert and Amzie to to recount the festival and all the great whiskeys. It was a blast this year, and thanks to all the Roadies who traveled to hang out at The Bourbon Road Bar. Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving people. You will be welcomed with open arms!

Oct 23, 20241 hr 19 minSeason 1Ep. 415

414. United Spirits Event with Matt and Jamar

This week Todd and Jim host Matt Simons with United Way and Jamar Mack of K.O.B.B.E. to talk about the "United Spirits Bourbon Fall Festival" in Louisville Kentucky. Join us this week as we taste some spectacular bourbons while we fill you in on all the details of this great fall event. https://metrounitedway.org/united-spirits/ Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving people. You will be welcomed with open arms!...

Oct 16, 202456 minSeason 1Ep. 414

413. Four Branches Bourbon

This week Todd and Jim welcome RJ Casey and Harold Underdown from Four Branches Bourbon to the show. We taste through their Founders Blend bourbon and discuss the great story behind the brand and its founders. Listen in for a great episode with this new distillery. Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving people. You will be welcomed with open arms!

Oct 09, 202449 minSeason 1Ep. 413

412. Whiskey Lore and More

This week Todd and Jim welcome Drew Hannush to the podcast to talk about his own podcast as well as his books that you can find everywhere. He is also releasing a new book this fall/winter which we are all excited to hear about. Listen in as we have a few pours with this geat storyteller. Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving people. You will be welcomed with open arms!

Sep 25, 20241 hr 7 minSeason 1Ep. 412

411. Kentucky Bourbon Festival 2024 Wrap-up

This week Jim and Todd break down this years Kentucky Bourbon Festival. In this episode we sample Jim's top 3 picks from the event and give you our winner. We aso share our thoughts on the event. What went well, and what could be improved next year. Hope you had a chance to attend... if not, there is always next year! Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving people. You will be welcomed with open arms!

Sep 18, 20241 hr 18 minSeason 1Ep. 411

410. Bourbon Heritage Month Roundup

This week Jim and Todd celebrate Bourbon Heritage Month with a sample roundup featuring four whiskeys we have never had on the show before. In fact Jim has never tried any of them. Listen in as we surprise you with some very interesting pours and our opinions on them all. Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving people. You will be welcomed with open arms!

Sep 11, 202447 minSeason 1Ep. 410

409. Some Like it Hot

This week Jim and Todd take one for the team as we taste through five Stagg (Stagg Jr) releases over a six year period. Listen in as we taste, score and discuss the world of Stagg and Buffalo Trace. Can you guess the winner? Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving people. You will be welcomed with open arms!

Sep 04, 20241 hr 12 minSeason 1Ep. 409

408. August Sample Roundup Edition

This week Jim and Todd explore five whiskeys that are very deserving of a review. This is going to be great show with a couple of interesting surprises. Listen in for some great recommendations on bottles you should be on the lookout for. Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving people. You will be welcomed with open arms!

Aug 28, 202455 minSeason 1Ep. 408

407. Getting to Noe Bookers

This week Jim and Todd dive into four bottles of Bookers which released between 2016 and 2024. In this deeep dive we explore the varied profiles and great richness of the Booker's expression. Listen in to find out which release takes the prize. Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving people. You will be welcomed with open arms!

Aug 22, 20241 hr 1 minSeason 1Ep. 407

406. Hello Again Whiskey Friends

This week Todd todd invites his good friends Kelsey, Jeff and Durell from the Youtube Channel "Hello Again Whiskey Friends" for a few pours and some great discussions. Listen in as they talk about their favorite picks and distilleries of the year so far. Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving people. You will be welcomed with open arms!01

Aug 14, 202454 minSeason 1Ep. 406

405. Going Off-Road with Todd Ritter

This week Todd take Jim off-roading with some interesting pours... "not bourbon". Listen in as we stretch our palates a bit with some interesting whiskeys and non-whiskeys as well. Lots of fun! Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving people. You will be welcomed with open arms!

Aug 07, 20241 hr 16 minSeason 1Ep. 405

404. Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Showdown

This week Jim and Todd taste through four years of releases of Elijah Craig Barrel Proof bourbons to choose their overall winner. Listen in as we pay homage to this tried and true staple in Kentucky barrel proof bourbons. You might be surpised how well the current release fairs. Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving people. You will be welcomed with open arms!

Jul 31, 20241 hrSeason 1Ep. 404

403. Brown-Forman - Wind Powered Whiskey

Jim and Todd hang out with Maile Hartsook from Brown Forman to talk about their commitment to sustainability from barrel to bottle. This is a great topic and something that is on everyone's mind. Join us for this informative session with one of the leaders in sustainability. Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving people. You will be welcomed with open arms!

Jul 24, 202441 minSeason 1Ep. 403

402. A Review of Five New Whiskeys

Jim and Todd sit down with five new whiskeys to review. It has been too long since we had a big review show and now is the time. On this episode we take our time at The Bourbon Road Bar to taste and analyze some really fine whiskeys that you won't want to miss. There are some real stars in this show! Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving people. You will be welcomed with open arms!

Jul 17, 20241 hr 6 minSeason 1Ep. 402

401. Distillery 291 - Good Guy, Bad Guy and Experimental Whiskeys

Jim heads to Colorado to catch up with Michael Myers at Distillery 291. In this episode, we focus on the Good Guy, Bad Guy and two exceptional Experimental whiskeys. A lot of fun and really great whiskeys on this Colorado road trip. Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving people. You will be welcomed with open arms!

Jul 11, 20241 hr 9 minSeason 1Ep. 401

400. A Big 400 Birthday Celebration

Jim celebrates a landmark episode by drinking through four unicorn pours with a good friend. He also announces his new co-host in this episode. Listen in for a great time and some really amazing pours. Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving people. You will be welcomed with open arms!

Jul 03, 20241 hr 15 minSeason 1Ep. 400

399. McBrayer Legacy Spirits

Jim sits down with Bill McBrayer and Bill McBrayer Sr. to talk about their historic whiskey company McBrayer Legacy Spirits. They bring a couple of their finest expressions on this show and talk about the legacy of the McBrayer name and the history of whiskey in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky. Strap in for a great episode as we taste and talk. Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group...

Jun 27, 202441 minSeason 1Ep. 399

398. Chattanooga Whiskey - Tennessee High Malt

Jim welcomes Tim Piersant, Founder and CEO of Chattanooga Whiskey to the show. Tim brings an incredible story along with two of his fine Tennessee High Malt Whiskey's. Listen in as Tim takes us through the startup story of this well respected distillery and their victory over the restrictive spirit laws that once governed Tennessee. Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of...

Jun 19, 202459 minSeason 1Ep. 398

397. Southern Distilling with Vienna Barger

Jim welcomes Vienna Barger from Southern Distilling to the show. This week Vienna introduces us to their award winning Southern Star Paragon Bottled-in-Bond Wheated Straight Bourbon Whiskey and their Southern Star Double Rye, a blend of straight rye whiskeys. Both are exceptional and your gonna want to hear about them. Listen in to get the whole story. Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" ...

Jun 12, 202458 minSeason 1Ep. 397

396. Old Bourbon is the Name of This Game

Todd Ritter makes a trip to The Bourbon Road Bar to execute his plan to explore "old" bourbons. These bourbons (and ryes) are all exceptional and contain the word "old" in their name. We also discuss dozens of other whiskeys that also contain the word "old" in their name. Great show, lots of fun. Join us and have a blast! Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon lo...

Jun 05, 20241 hr 12 minSeason 1Ep. 396

395. Bourbon on the Banks 2024 Preview

Jim is joined by Diane Strong, Amzie Wenning and Todd Ritter for this year's Bourbon on the Banks preview. We drink through four different special whiskeys while discussing this years upcoming event. Be sure to tune in to catch the discount on event tickets. Hurry before they sell out again this year! Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving people. You will...

May 23, 20241 hr 16 minSeason 1Ep. 395

394. Bardstown Bourbon Company with Danny Callaway

Jim spends some time with Danny Callaway (@DannyBardstown), VP of Product Development at Bardstown Bourbon Company. Together they explore the new Collaborative Series release Amrut which releases this Friday nationwide. Listen in as we taste and talk about this release and all things Bardstown Bourbon Company. Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving people....

May 15, 202444 minSeason 1Ep. 394

393. Rise of American Single Malts

Jim joins Rob, Todd and Amzie in the Rare Eagle Bar for an exploration of American Single Malts. In this episode we each bring a bottle and discuss why this category of whiskey is on the rise. Listen and and be inspired to try these truly American malt whiskeys. Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving people. You will be welcomed with open arms!...

May 08, 20241 hr 12 minSeason 1Ep. 393
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