Send us a text Understanding the Three Tier System + RNDC Leaves California | Industry Breakdown The three tier system is the backbone of how alcohol is legally sold in the United States—and whether you love it or hate it, every brand has to play by its rules. In today’s episode, I break down the state of distribution following RNDC’s major announcement to exit the California market. This decision could have massive ripple effects across the industry, and I share my thoughts on what it means for...
Jun 04, 2025•59 min
Send us a text As a small craft NDP in the whiskey industry, you need to be creative as to what makes you stand out as a brand. One of the best ways I think to do that is transparency. Today, I talk about why I think brand transparency matters while building a whiskey brand. Other topics discussed include: - Announcing Rhode Island distribution for McTavish Spirits! - Making moody TikToks - Saga Spirits Signs Distro Deal w/ Southern Glazers - Belle Meade is Back in Nelson Family Hands - New whis...
May 29, 2025•1 hr
Send us a text It's one of the most popular types of bourbons in the world, but not many people know exactly what it is. Today, we discuss what exactly a "wheated bourbon" is while sampling the new Penelope Wheated Bourbon. Also discussed: Outdoor Boys retirement Annabelle causing destruction in New Orleans? Middle West Spirits acquires Old Elk Lofted Spirits names Dan Callaway Master Blender & more! Check out Making McTavish Episode 1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W_snAOkHM5I Buy McTavish...
May 20, 2025•47 min
Send us a text After taking a bit of a break, I thought now was a better time than ever to bring back the podcast. I discuss what I've been doing the last year, including starting McTavish Spirits w/ Graham McTavish and traveling the country selling whiskey. I also discuss our inaugural release, The Warchief Bottled in Bond Bourbon Whiskey, and talk about the process of creating a whiskey from scratch and why we chose what ended up being The Warchief. Buy McTavish Spirits here https://mctavishsp...
May 14, 2025•35 min
Send us a text This week I'm joined by my brother Kale and we get back down to the roots of what Who Gives A Dram is all about - good ole' fashion whiskey, movies & MMA. We discuss the 80th Anniversary of D Day, our favorite war movies, the rumors surrounding McGregor v Chandler, pricing around whiskey and how much is too much, our most anticipated movies & tv shows for the second half of 2024, and much more, all while reviewing a High West Single Barrel I've had for years. Buy McTavish ...
Jun 11, 2024•1 hr 12 min
Send us a text Today's topics include: UFC 302, Peaky Blinders movie, Godzilla Minus One, Mike Flanagan directing Exorcist remake, and the future of whiskey. Buy McTavish Spirits here www.mctavishspirits.com
Jun 05, 2024•45 min
Send us a text This week I'm joined by my little sister Grace to talk about the movies we've watched during 'Spooky Movie Sunday' in honor of the halfway point to Halloween. Buy McTavish Spirits here https://www.mctavishspirits.com
May 14, 2024•1 hr 10 min
Send us a text Connor sits down to recap the year, give his favorite movie, TV show, and MMA fight of 2023, and wish everyone a Happy New Year! Buy McTavish Spirits here https://mctavishspirits.com/
Dec 31, 2023•32 min
Send us a text It has been a while since we've posted an episode of the podcast, but I wanted to hop on quickly to discuss my Uncle Craig a year after his death, and the things I've learned since that terrible night one year ago. I also discuss my new business venture, McTavish Spirits. Buy McTavish 7yr Bottled in Bond here https://mctavishspirits.com/ 🥃 🥃 🥃 🔔 YouTube Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtvQstELjCLjDGTd9RKOVkw 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/...
Sep 05, 2023•33 min
Send us a text This week, I am proud to *finally* have my little sister, Grace, join the show. Gracie just recently graduated from Plymouth State University's musical theater program, and just wrapped her first performance post college as Wednesday Addams in The Addams Family. Although Grace isn't a whiskey drinker, I decided to put Gracie through a blind tasting of four popular Buffalo Trace bourbons - Weller Special Reserve, Eagle Rare, Blanton's, and a special mystery bourbon. Grace ranks the...
Aug 08, 2023•1 hr 4 min
Send us a text This week, I am joined by my cousin Tessa to sip the two bottles that we won during the silent auction of the 2023 Bourbon Ball - Ardbeg 19yr ' Traigh Bhan' and Lagavulin 14yr, specially selected by Jordan Paisley, distillery manager at Lagavulin. Tessa, as some of you may know, is the daughter of my Uncle Craig and the wife of my cousin John, both of whom passed away. Tessa and I recap the Bourbon Ball and talk about dealing with death and suicide, all while sipping some incredib...
Jul 25, 2023•1 hr 17 min
Send us a text Howdy! It's been a bit since I've recorded a podcast. I've been traveling a lot in the last 6 weeks, but I am finally back home and gearing up for a lot more content soon. This week, I recap the 2023 Bourbon Ball, held at Castle & Ket Distillery and The Kentucky Castle on June 30th & July 1st. We were able to raise thousands of dollars for Folds of Honor. I also discuss getting chance to meet legendary racehorse American Pharoah and top stallion Uncle Mo at Ashland Stud in...
Jul 17, 2023•46 min
Send us a text Ever wondered how a honey barrel-finished bourbon whiskey tastes? Curious about my John Wick movie franchise ranking? You're in the right place! Join me as I catch you up on all the excitement in my life, from family matters to work, and share my latest whiskey adventures. As we sip on a unique single barrel bourbon whiskey from Starlight Distillery, I'll reveal my John Wick favorites and discuss why the series holds a special place in my heart. But that's not all! We'll also dive...
Jun 08, 2023•46 min
Send us a text Thank you for tuning into Episode 122 of Who Gives a Dram! This week, for the first time in the 2 years I've been doing this show, I decide to take some listener questions. Some are whiskey related, and some are DEFINITELY not. Hope you enjoy! 🥃 🥃 🥃 👕 Find Who Gives A Dram Merch here!: https://www.bonfire.com/store/who-gives-a-dram-store/ 🔔 YouTube Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtvQstELjCLjDGTd9RKOVkw 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/who-...
May 23, 2023•42 min
Send us a text Thank you for tuning into Episode 121 of Who Gives A Dram! This week, I am joined by my pal Chris from The Whiskey Noobs Podcast. Chris and I chat about being a whiskey podcaster and content creator, how and why he started his podcast, the progression of his brand, our desert island whiskeys, and much more! Listen To The Whiskey Noobs Podcast Here https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whiskey-noobs/id1565342647 Follow Chris on IG here https://www.instagram.com/whiskey_noobs/ Follo...
May 16, 2023•56 min
Send us a text Thank you for tuning into Episode 120 of Who Gives A Dram! This week, Ryan returns to talk about his 2000lb total at the RPS Powerlifting Meet this past weekend, including his 835lb deadlift. We also sip on a dram of Bunnahabhain 12yr to celebrate this milestone like gentlemen. Other topics discussed include the mindset before hitting a PR, origins of the Bolduc Wing, what Ryan eats the day of the meet, and the most food Ryan has eaten in one sitting (the answer will surprise you)...
May 09, 2023•1 hr
Send us a text Thank you for tuning into Episode 119 of Who Gives A Dram! This week I go over the whiskeys that I currently find myself reaching for more than others. There's no rhyme or reason - this is just what I've been drinking for the past few months! We also talk Guardians of the Galaxy 3 this weekend, the new Flash trailer, and preview UFC 288. 🥃 🥃 🥃 👕 Find Who Gives A Dram Merch here!: https://www.bonfire.com/store/who-gives-a-dram-store/ 🔔 YouTube Subscribe: https://www.youtube.co...
May 03, 2023•42 min
Send us a text Thank you for tuning into Episode 118 of Who Gives A Dram! This week we sip on a dram of Larceny Barrel Proof Batch B522, released in May of 2022. We also preview the Season 3 finale of The Mandalorian, discuss this weekends box office #s and The Super Mario Bros Movie's historic second weekend, discuss the MCU keeping Jonathan Majors as Kang the Conquerer despite domestic abuse allegations, debate what is next for Max Holloway and I explain why I think Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz does...
Apr 19, 2023•59 min
Send us a text Thank you for tuning into Episode 117 of Who Gives A Dram! This week we sip on a dram of Larceny Barrel Proof Batch C921, released in September of 2021. We also recap UFC 287, the retirement of Jorge Masvidal and the amazing KO victory for Israel Adesanya, debate if Izzy is the greatest Middleweight ever, discuss this weeks box office numbers and the success of the Super Mario Bros movie, touch on the success of non superhero movies post COVID, and talk about watching sex scenes w...
Apr 12, 2023•56 min
Send us a text Thank you for tuning into Episode 116 of Who Gives A Dram! This week we sip on a dram of High West Bourbon (formally American Prairie Bourbon). We also preview UFC 287, recap Wrestlemania 39, discuss why the main event was booked correctly as opposed to the general fan consensus on the internet, and I give my WWE Mount Rushmore Check out Nick Bosse on Spotify. Always appreciate Nick letting me use his music here on the podcast! https://open.spotify.com/artist/2Sr54j70oo1XIFYaLmgx2...
Apr 06, 2023•59 min
Send us a text Thank you for tuning into Episode 115 of Who Gives A Dram! With a late release this week due to me having bad tummy aches, we sip on a dram of Horse Soldier Barrel Proof Wheated Bourbon. We also preview Wrestlemania 39, talk about the timeline of when you become a wrestling fan, preview Gamebred Boxing 4, and review my most anticipated movie of 2023 - John Wick 4. 0:00:00 - 0:16:40 - Intro + Horse Soldier Barrel Proof Wheated Bourbon Review 0:16:40 - 0:25:00 - Wrestlemania 39 Prev...
Apr 01, 2023•48 min
Send us a text Thank you for tuning in to Episode 114 of Who Gives A Dram. On this third week of Irish Whisky Month, we sit down and review a dram of Keeper's Heart Irish + American Whisky AND Keeper's Heart Irish + Bourbon. We also recap my trip to Colorado this past weekend, where I selected barrel picks at 291 Distillery and 10th Mountain Distillery. Other topics include: UFC 286 Recap, 'The Menu' Movie Review, What I Find Creepy in Movies & Getting Very Excited for John Wick 4. 0:00:00 -...
Mar 23, 2023•52 min
Send us a text Thank you for tuning in to Episode 113 of Who Gives A Dram. To continue Irish Whisky Month, we review a dram of the Peaky Blinders inspired Bushmills Prohibition Recipe Irish Whisky We also preview UFC 286 - Usman v Edwards 3 and my trip to Colorado this weekend for a barrel pick at 10th Mountain Whiskey, and we discuss the 2023 Oscars, The Last of Us Season Finale, The Mandalorian Episode 2, Jon Bernthal confirmed to return as The Punisher in Daredevil: Born Again, this weekends ...
Mar 16, 2023•59 min
Send us a text Today in this special BONUS EPISODE of Who Gives A Dram, we are coming to you LIVE from the 2023 Gilbert St. Patrick's Day Party. The corned beef is hot, green is everywhere, and the whiskey is flowing. Sit back and enjoy the random guests that joined me from a very entertaining night. 0:00:00 - 0:06:19 - Intro + Kale 0:06:19 - 0:25:53 - My sister Grace talks about her musical theater career and her boyfriend Aiden talks listening to Who Gives A Dram to learn more about whiskey. 0...
Mar 12, 2023•1 hr 13 min
Send us a text Thank you for tuning in to Episode 112 of Who Gives A Dram, and the first week of Irish Whisky Month here at WGAD Studios! This week, we review a dram of the newly released Proper Twelve Apple Irish Whisky compliments of the Champ Champ himself, Conor McGregor. We also recap the incredible UFC 285 event from this past Saturday, discuss the GOAT Jon Jones, review a sneaky good rom com 'Ticket to Paradise' starring George Clooney & Julia Roberts, The Mandalorian Season 3 Premier...
Mar 06, 2023•1 hr
Send us a text Thank you for tuning in to Episode 111 of Who Gives A Dram! This week, we review a dram of Four Roses Small Batch Select. We also preview this weekends UFC 285 event headlined by Jon Jones vs Ciryl Gane, discuss Ant Man 3's abysmal second weekend, the new Lord of the Rings movies rumor, Jake Paul v Tommy Fury, the new Who Gives A Dram logo, The Mandalorian Season 3 starting this week, Cocaine Bear being the #1 movie in the country, Creed 3, and apparently Aquaman 2 sucks. And much...
Feb 28, 2023•1 hr
Send us a text Thank you for tuning in to Episode 110 of Who Gives A Dram! This week, we review a dram of George Dickel Bottled in Bond Tennessee Whisky. 🥃 🥃 🥃 👕 Find Who Gives A Dram Merch here!: https://www.bonfire.com/store/who-gives-a-dram-store/ 🔔 YouTube Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtvQstELjCLjDGTd9RKOVkw 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/who-gives-a-dram/id1537247128 🎶 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Lvgxb1FR0xL4lHXXK9UUE?si=pBJ-S1XWRWa...
Feb 21, 2023•24 min
Send us a text Thank you for tuning in to Episode 109 of Who Gives A Dram! This week, we review a dram of Castle and Key's Wheated Bourbon. We also discuss the new UFC fight announcements including Conor McGregor vs Michael Chandler, we preview Alexander Volkanovski vs Islam Makhachev this weekend for the Undisputed UFC Lightweight Championship, The Last Of Us on HBO Max, Super Bowl predictions & Super Bowl traditions, and much more! 0:00:00 - Intro 0:03:43 - Conor McGregor vs Michael Chandl...
Feb 07, 2023•50 min
Send us a text Today I honor the life of a dear friend, a good man, but most importantly, Kin. SFC John Harrington. You will forever be missed. Read about John's life here: https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/theday/name/john-harrington-obituary?id=38732085 Kin is Kin 🥃
Feb 01, 2023•30 min
Send us a text Thank you for tuning in to Episode 108 of Who Gives A Dram! This week, we review a dram of the Stagg (no junior) Batch 18. We also discuss podcast plans moving into the new year, and my most anticipated movies, TV shows, and UFC fights of 2023 0:00:00 - Intro 0:02:40 - Season Depression + 2023 Plans 0:10:40 - 2023 Most Anticipated Movies 0:29:21 - 2023 Most Anticipated TV Shows 0:37:49 - UFC Dream Fights 2023 0:44:02 - Stagg Batch 18 Review 🥃 🥃 🥃 👕 Find Who Gives A Dram Merch ...
Jan 09, 2023•1 hr 1 min
