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THE TRUTH IS BARREL PROOF

HOOD SOMMELIER LLCwww.hoodsom.com
Can we help you make a buying decision about a spirit in 5 minutes? Jack "Hood Sommelier" and his whiskey team and friends give a 5 minutes overall review of every bottle they gets a chance to try. With a total combine experience of over 15 years in Spirits industry ,the goal of this podcast is to educate, guide you in your tasting experience and help you make better choice of spirits. On this podcast you have contributors like: Wendy (@tathelanaest83) TVR (@singlebarrelsnob) Ian (@barrelproofnerd) Frank (@bourbeyourenthusiasm) Sonja (@so_dramgood) Tersur (@big_gafa)

Episodes

BARRELL DOVETAIL BOURBON

When Barrell Bourbon came on a market a few years ago. They established themselves as the leader in high end blenders of MGP. This Dovetail edition is no different. Three different casks blend to bring the ultimate flavors

Jul 09, 20216 minSeason 1Ep. 15

SAZERAC RYE

We are exploring the taste notes of one the staple of American rye. This is bottle can be found on any liquor shelves. Be sure to give it a try and tell us what you think

Jul 07, 20215 minSeason 1Ep. 14

SPRINGBANK Local Barley (by Charlie Rodman)

On this episode. Charlie reviews one of the Campbeltown iconic brands. This expression called the “Local Barley” have some amazing flavor notes. Be sure to follow Charlie on IG @signatoryusa

Apr 26, 20216 minSeason 1Ep. 14

ROOTS of RUIN (by Tim Van Ripper)

Our first Gin review from Castle Key. Their gin process is so interesting and the product had so many layers of flavors that you can have it neat and still enjoy it. Be sure to follow Tim on IG: @singlebarrelsnob

Apr 21, 20215 minSeason 1Ep. 12

Old Forester Rye 100 Proof (by Tim Van Ripper)

Old Forester is one of the sample of the Kentucky whiskey history. The rye is a special expression that is very affordable and very easy to get into. Tim gives us a deep dive of the flavor notes. Be sure to follow him on IG : @singlebarrelsnob

Apr 19, 20215 minSeason 1Ep. 11

HIGHLAND PARK CASK STRENGTH (by Howie aka Black Barn Bourbon)

In this episode, Howie reviews one of the most iconic cask strength single malt, Highland Park embraces Viking culture and bold and daring taste profiles on their single malts. Be sure sure to follow Howie on Instagram @black.barn.bourbon Cheers

Apr 08, 20215 minSeason 1Ep. 11

BUFFALO TRACE BOURBON (By John from Embellishpod)

John gives an overview of of the regular Buffalo Trace Bourbon. This Kentucky staple has all the qualities to qualify as a daily drinker. Be sure to follow Jon on IG @embillishpod

Mar 31, 20215 minSeason 1Ep. 10

EVAN WILLIAMS BOTTLE IN BOND (By Tim Van Riper)

We tasting on of best “bottom shelf” beauties of the bourbon universe. This bottles packs all the flavor punch that one needs to start on a bourbon journey!! This episode is narrated and a contribution of Tim Van Riper. You can follow him on IG @singlebarrelsnob

Mar 22, 20216 minSeason 1Ep. 9

JAMESON 18 YEARS BOW STREET

We are tasting this Irish whisky with an 18 years age statement with a very complex taste profile.

Mar 19, 20215 minSeason 1Ep. 8

1792 TWELVE YEARS AGED

We are tasting one of the most allocated bourbon from the distillery of Barton 1972. The taste profile on this bourbon is simple yet complex enough to chat about

Mar 19, 20216 minSeason 1Ep. 5

BOOKER’S 2020-1 GRANNY BATCH

We are tasting one of the yearly release from the house of Bean-Suntory. The booker’s granny Batch. In 2020 this was the first release of Booker’s. You get a lot of chestnut and peanut on the tasting notes.

Mar 15, 20215 minSeason 1Ep. 5

BRENNE TEN LIMITED EDITION

We are tasting the first of it kind. French style single malt whisky that was finish in cognac cask and French Oak barrels.

Mar 14, 20215 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Connemara Peated Single Malt Irish Whisky

We are exploring a peated Irish Single Malt Whisky that was distilled, aged and matured in Ireland. This Whisky comes at 40% ABV and had some interesting  characteristics.  Be sure to Follow me on Youtube and IG for more.

Mar 11, 20216 minSeason 1Ep. 1