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The Whiskey Lore® Podcast📙 S7:3 - Did GEORGE THORPE Distill America's First Corn Whiskey?The first time I picked up a whiskey history book, I was introduced to the story of George Thorpe, an Englishman who came to Berkeley Plantation in 1620, to make "hooch," as the book stated. He was credited with making America's first corn whiskey and starting an industry. As I dove more and more into research on whiskey history and the evolution of distilling techniques, this American origin story seemed less and less likely. Still, I had to admit, I didn't know enough of the story to do any more than suggest, it was possibly lore. ...
2026-02-1649 minThe Whiskey Lore® Podcast✈️ WF087 to Florida: TIMBER CREEK DISTILLERY - Florida Grains, Blending Kits, and a Distillery of ExperiencesTimber Creek Distillery (Crestview, FL) WF087 Let's fly off to our next virtual destination, a distillery that incorporates a Canadian style of single grain distillation, incorporates brewing techniques into distilling, and is focused on providing great experiences - not just tours, but pairings, blending, and even blacksmithing and axe throwing while you enjoy their Brick oven pizza. The distillery is Timber Creek, located in the panhandle of Florida, about 50 miles north of Destin and Fort Walton Beach. In today's episode, I chat with founders Camden Form and Aaron Barnes. We'll talk about lautering, 401 rye, blending...
2026-02-0931 min
The Bourbon RoadTravel Guide to Experiencing American WhiskeyJim and Todd welcome back a familiar face to the Bourbon Road: Drew Hannush, the host of the Whiskey Lore podcast and author of the massive new travel compendium, Experiencing American Whiskey . With the 2026 edition of his book hot off the press, Drew joins the hosts to discuss the monumental task of documenting over 1,000 distilleries across all 50 states . From the historic roots of Kentucky to the surprising whiskey scenes in states like New York and North Dakota, Drew shares stories from the road and tips for planning the ultimate whiskey adventure In the second half of the...
2026-01-141h 08The Whiskey Lore® Podcast✈️ WF084 to Vermont: VERMONT SPIRITS - The Fascinating Things You Can Do With MapleVermont Spirits (Quechee, VT) WF083 While reaching out to distilleries across the country for my new book Whiskey Lore's Travel Guide to Experiencing American Whiskey, quite a few caught my ear in terms of the techniques they were using to make spirits. Vermont Spirits was one of the few that caught my ear because of something other than whiskey. Yes, they make a Maple-infused Bourbon, but it was their distillation of maple syrup for their vodka and gin that fascinated me. The natural inclination would be to make rum. So, what is it that pushed...
2026-01-1234 minThe Whiskey Lore® Podcast🎉 WF2025 - Whiskey Lore's Fan Favorite Independent Craft Distillery Top 40 Countdown (2025 Edition) Part 2Are you ready to find out who number one is? I've gathered conversations from the distilleries I've talked with and pieced together the 24 biggest fan favorite distilleries as voted by Instagram and Patreon followers of Whiskey Lore. Thanks to everyone who voted this year. Friday, we will be starting all over again, but with some changed, which I describe in the podcast. In 2026, we are going to engage every distillery in the upcoming book Whiskey Lore's Travel Guide to Experiencing American Whiskey. Time to stir the pot and get these distilleries noticed. Medal winners will...
2025-12-291h 06The Whiskey Lore® Podcast🎉 WF2025 - TOP 40 Countdown: Whiskey Lore's Fan Favorite Independent Craft Distilleries (2025 Edition)WARNING: DJ Voice Enabled Welcome to a year end countdown of the Top 40 independent craft distilleries as voted on by you. We'll count down from #40 to #1 and I'll share bits of interviews, personal notes, distillery insights from the new book Experiencing American Whiskey, and a few interesting side-bits, like what are the top 10 states for whiskey distillery experiences. It's a fun hour to round up an amazing year and to reward these great distilleries with some extra coverage on the Whiskey Lore Podcast. Enjoy and happy holidays to you all! Drew
2025-12-2259 minThe Whiskey Lore® Podcast✈️ WF081 to Massachusetts: BOSTON HARBOR DISTILLERY - Rhonda Kallman's Journey from Beer to Drams, a Historic Building, and Demon SeedBoston Harbor Distillery (Dorchester, MA) WF081 Meet the co-founder of Samuel Adams, whose real passion was whiskey. Rhonda Kallman helped craft beer get on its feet, so why not craft whiskey? We'll talk about her background, the historic building she found to house the distillery, the legend who helped get her on the right foot with distilling, and we'll taste rye, single malt, and something called Demon Seed. It's a fun conversation and (if you haven't noticed) I've been putting out longer versions of the podcast for free members on Patreon. It's kind of a...
2025-12-1552 minThe Whiskey Lore® Podcast✈️ WF079 to Connecticut: LITCHFIELD DISTILLERY - From Water to Whiskey, Connecticut Grain, and the Spirit of Hard WorkLitchfield Distillery (Litchfield, CT) WF078 Join me as I enter New England as part of the Great 48 Tour. Today I chat with Peter Baker, a co-founder of Litchfield Distillery in Connecticut. Along with his two brothers they made a decision to expand beyond their three-generation family bottled water business and get into the world of whiskey. We'll talk talk about their development of an American single malt, their use of Connecticut grain, taste a couple of whiskeys including their oldest release to date. And we'll dig a little into the history of bottled water (no...
2025-12-0131 minThe Whiskey Lore® Podcast🎙️ Ep. 126 - FETTERCAIRN DISTILLERY: Tropical Fruit Notes, Long Aged Whisky, and HistoryToday, we're taking the week off from the Great 48 Tour and giving some much needed time to Scotch whisky and history. Join me as I chat with Stewart Walker, longtime Distillery Manager of Fettercairn in the Highlands of Scotland. We're going to dive back into the the origins of the distillery, the Prime Minister whose family owned Fettercairn at one time and his impact on Scotch whisky, the distillery's distinctive flavor profile, and how to make a 40 to 46 year old whisky wake up before it's bottled. Enjoy this commercial-free version on both Patreon and the...
2025-11-171h 02The Whiskey Lore® Podcast✈️ WF076 to Montana: HEADFRAME SPIRITS - Building Stills, Butte's Mining History, and the Orphan GirlHeadframe Spirits (Butte, MT) WF076 Today, a bit of a hybrid episode. As part of the Great 48 Tour, I decided to revisit a distillery in the mining town of Butte, Montana. It's a distillery that tells the story of Butte America and the town's mining legacy through its spirit names. So, not only was I fascinated by it's storytelling, I was also intrigued by the fact I've seen stills around the country with Headframe's logo. So, I wanted to dive a little deeper with founder John McKee, who not only has a passion for making...
2025-11-0344 minThe Whiskey Lore® Podcast✈️ WF074 to Washington: BROWNE FAMILY SPIRITS - From Kentucky to Finding Flavor in the Pacific NorthwestBrowne Family Spirits (Spokane, WA) WF0074 As we hit the midway point of the Great 48 Tour, we're hitting the furthest point northwest on our tour. Our destination is a distillery that lives in the shadown of a massive grain mill on the eastside of town. It's known in the area for great and innovative cocktails, its owners came from the wine industry, the distiller is a Kentuckian, and the whiskeys are filled with depth and character. Join me as I chat with Aaron Kleinhelter, master distiller, about working with Pacific Northwest grain, how he gets...
2025-10-2031 minThe Whiskey Lore® Podcast📙 S7:1 - TRUTH OR LORE: Is Old Forester the First Bottled Bourbon?If you've been to their distillery in Louisville or read one of their bottles you have probably encountered the claim that that Old Forester was "the first bottled Bourbon." The story suggests that in 1870, a former pharmaceutical rep George Garvin Brown began placing whiskey in sealed bottles and putting his signature on them to show he stood behind the safety and quality of the whiskey. It's a great story. But is it true? Join me in this pilot episode of a potential new Whiskey Lore series, as I dig through old newspapers and archives to...
2025-10-0928 minThe Whiskey Lore® Podcast✈️ WF072 to California: HINTERHAUS DISTILLERY - Single Malt from Scratch and Working With Your EnvironmentHinterhaus Distillery (Arnold, CA) WF072 Today the Great 48 Tour climbs over the Sierra-Nevadas into the great state of California. The drive in featured mountains, huge Sequoias, and some hairpin turns. The first signs of life (beyond some bikers and travelers at overlooks) occurs when you see the sign for Hinterhaus Distillery. This is a distillery I've long wanted to visit, thanks to the great support it got in my Instagram Fan Favorite Craft Distillery competition last year. The trip didn't disappoint. The Randalls are making some amazing whiskey without a lot of background. Quality ingredients...
2025-10-0644 min
A Study of StrangeRye Madness & The Salem Witch TrialsWas a mysterious fungus behind the Salem Witch Trials? Drew Hannush from the podcast "Whiskey Lore" discusses his research into Salem, particularly the rye madness theory aka ergotism. Drew emphasizes the need for continuous inquiry, the interconnectedness of history and spirits, and the difficulty of understanding historical events through a modern lens. Dive into the mysteries of one of the darkest moments of early American Colonial history.Listen to https://www.whiskeylore.org/Theme Music by Matt Glass https://www.glassbrain.com/ Instagram: @astudyofstrange Website: www.astudyofstrange.com Ho...
2025-09-3048 minThe Whiskey Lore® Podcast✈️ WF068 to Colorado: BOULDER SPIRITS - A Touch of Scotland with a Bourbon twist in the RockiesBoulder Spirits (Vapor Distillery in Boulder CO) WF0068 The state of Colorado has no shortage of amazing distilleries, so I had a tough choice when kicking the "Great 48 Tour" back into gear. One of my favorite visits when I made my way here two years ago was Boulder Spirits. Founder Alastair Brogan walked me all around the place and we have a great conversation about all things single malt, Bourbon, Scotland, and making whiskey in the Rockies. Since we haven't featured him on the podcast, today is the day. Join me as we...
2025-09-0831 min
Whiskey Lore®: The Interviews🎙️ Ep. 121 - Dr. Pat Heist: Wilderness Trail Distillery (Final Episode on "The Interviews" Feed)FINAL EPISODE ON THE INTERVIEWS FEED Please look up the Whiskey Lore Podcast and subscribe for future interviews. I am consolidating feeds. All older interviews have been moved to that main Whiskey Lore Podcast feed. In this conversation, Drew Hannush interviews Dr. Pat Heist, co-founder of Wilderness Trail Distillery, exploring the journey from a small farmhouse distillery to a significant player in the whiskey industry. They discuss the scientific approach to distilling, the impact of the Renewable Fuels Act, the evolution of fermentation practices, and the importance of data collection in whiskey production. Dr. Heist shares...
2025-06-301h 01The Whiskey Lore® Podcast🎙️ Ep. 121 - DR. PAT HEIST: Wilderness Trail Distillery and Firm Solutions Co-FounderIn this conversation, Drew Hannush interviews Dr. Pat Heist, co-founder of Wilderness Trail Distillery, exploring the journey from a small farmhouse distillery to a significant player in the whiskey industry. They discuss the scientific approach to distilling, the impact of the Renewable Fuels Act, the evolution of fermentation practices, and the importance of data collection in whiskey production. Dr. Heist shares insights on the sweet mash process, the challenges of scaling operations, and the future of whiskey innovation. TAKEAWAYS Wilderness Trail Distillery started as a small farmhouse distillery. Dr. Pat Heist and Shane...
2025-06-301h 01
Off Topic Whiskey131: The Lost History Of Tennessee Whiskey Part 3Alright this is the final episode for the book club over, Drew Hannush book. I hope that you have enjoyed this series. And i hope that you pick up the book and support Drew with his vast research. Thanks Again.Patreon.com/the_whiskeyshamanBadmotivatorbarrels.com/shop/?aff=3https://www.instagram.com/zsmithwhiskeyandmixology?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=MWZ4dGp2MzlucjVvdw==Whiskey-lore.comDrew Hannush BioBest-selling Author, Whisky Historian, and World Whisky AmbassadorCelebrating over...
2025-06-281h 03
Off Topic Whiskey128: Whiskey Lore Podcast With Drew HannushAre you ready to get schooled. Drew dropped the hammer of knowledge on our unsuspecting Butts. What else can I say the man knows his stuff. I really hope you enjoy this episode.Whiskey-lore.comBadmotivatorbarrels.com/shop/?aff=3https://www.instagram.com/zsmithwhiskeyandmixology?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw=="To find the truth, question everything."Drew Hannush BioBest-selling Author, Whisky Historian, and World Whisky AmbassadorCelebrating over two decades as an entrepreneur, Drew Hannush has taken...
2025-06-071h 42The Whiskey Lore® Podcast✈️ WF059 to Kentucky: Augusta Distillery - Small town Americana, historic converted factory, cigar rollingAugusta Distillery (Augusta, KY) WF059 The month-long celebration of the release of Whiskey Lore's Travel Guide to Experiencing Kentucky Bourbon: Second Edition continues with a journey to the Northern Kentucky region that is home to New Riff, Neeley Family, Boone County and others. But did you know, along the Ohio River, below Cincinnati and northwest of Lexington there are three distilleries just waiting to be explored? Today, we're going to visit with Ryan Edwards, co-founder of Augusta Distillery, a facility I've had the privilege of seeing evolve from the bones of an old manufacturing building...
2025-06-0231 minThe Whiskey Lore® Podcast✈️ WF058 to Kentucky: RD1 Spirits Distillery - Explore the barrel, micro-distillery, entertainment hubRD1 Spirits Distillery (Lexington, KY) WF058 Today, we start a journey through Kentucky, visiting some of the great distillery experiences that have arrived since the release of my first edition of Experiencing Kentucky Bourbon in 2020 - as I celebrate the launch of the expanded Second Edition this week. Our first guest is Barry Brinegar of RD1 Spirits of Lexington. His new distillery experience is a perfect example of how distilleries are expanding the story and process of whiskey making in new creative ways. This isn't your normal "51% corn" Bourbon lesson, it is a dive into...
2025-05-2631 minThe Whiskey Lore® Podcast✈️ WF054 to Pennsylvania: Dad's Hat Distillery - Rye revival, Rosen rebirth, amazing young whiskey (G48:16)Dad's Hat Distillery (Bristol, PA) WF054 Been a long time since I've been in eastern Pennsylvania and I have good reason to be here now. I'm taking part in a Pennsylvania whiskey documentary AND I'm getting to enjoy some fantastic distillery visits. This week, it is the place where the Pennsylvania rye revival took off...thanks to a magazine article and a wonderful wife who supplied her husband with the best rye whiskies available at that time. We'll hear the story of Herman Mihalich, co-founder of Dad's Hat Distillery, find out what got him interested...
2025-04-2833 minThe Bourbon RoadBottled in Bond Day with Drew HannushJim and Todd celebrate Bottled in Bond day with Drew Hannush, Best-selling Author, Whisky Historian, and World Whisky Ambassador. Join us as we drink through some pretty amazing whiskeys including a 1940's Old Crow Bonded. 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!
2025-03-081h 25The Whiskey Lore® Podcast✈️ WF043 to Arkansas: Rock Town Distillery - 15 years, peated Bourbon, creative cocktails (G48:5)Rock Town Distillery (Little Rock, AR) WF0043 Today, I'm off on the last stop of my first swing through the country. The destination is Rock Town Distillery, where cocktails have become a specialty, and where you can taste the difference between column still and pot still whiskey - and maybe even taste some peated Bourbon and single malt. Join me today as I chat with Phil Brandon, founder of Rock Town, as we talk about the distillery's 15th anniversary, getting started in non-traditional places, and some of the things people can experience at the distillery...
2025-02-1030 min
The Whiskey Ring PodcastEp. 173: Whiskey Lore Volume One with Drew HannushUntangling the Myths and Legends of Whiskey
How many distillery tours have you been on? Are you a veteran of the hobby, or a new entrant looking to learn as much as they can, or perhaps someone on a family trip taking a brief trip to a nearby distillery for fun? Whichever of these applies to you, chances are you will hear something (probably multiple somethings) that are apocryphal, stories told so many times and pushed so hard that you believe them upon hearing.
Some might have elements of truth, some might even be mostly t...
2025-01-241h 31
Embrace The Full Audiobook Everyone Is Talking About — So Heart-Pounding!Whiskey Lore, Volume One: Bourbon, Scotch, Irish Whiskey by Drew HannushPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/133600to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Whiskey Lore, Volume One: Bourbon, Scotch, Irish Whiskey
Author: Drew Hannush
Narrator: Drew Hannush
Format: mp3
Length: 8 hrs and 46 mins
Release date: 01-08-25
Ratings: Not rated yet
Genres: Gastronomy
Publisher's Summary:
Prepare to unearth the hidden truths of whiskey history in Whiskey Lore: Volume One, a groundbreaking exploration of 24 popular whiskey myths that have shaped our understanding of the world’s great spirits. With meticulous research and a talent for captivating storytelling, Drew Hannush takes listeners on a journey through the forgotten corners of whiskey’s past, shedding ligh...
2025-01-088h 46The Whiskey Lore® Podcast✈️ WF037 to Tasmania (AU): Hellyers Road Distillery - Milk to whisky, Islay's challenger, warehouse experienceHellyers Road Distillery (Burnie, Tasmania) WF037 How many distilleries are there on the island of Tasmania? Wow, really? It is time to take our first steps onto whisky island. So you thought that was Islay, right? Well, maybe by volume, but for the sheer number of distilleries, Tasmania has them by a mile. Today, let's get a sense of what is going on in Tasmania, the flavors, the styles, the experiences, and the people. Join me as I chat with CEO Derek Charge or our Head Distiller Fiona Coutts of Hellyers Road Distillery to...
2024-12-1637 minThe Whiskey Lore® Podcast✈️ WF019 to England: White Peak Distillery - Experiencing flavor explorationWhite Peak Distillery (Ambergate, England) WF0019 Today, I head to the southern region of the Peaks District of England to enjoy some beer and whisky made from the same brewer's yeast - thanks to a partnership between White Peak Distillery and a local brewing neighbor. White Peak has a fascinating story (and they make a lightly peated whisky, which drew my attention). We'll find out about their very unique building from their co-founder Max Vaughan, plus how they are managing casks, their unique warehouse, and what the tasting experience is like. Plus, This...
2024-07-2536 min
Unstoppable After 50: Men’s Health, Peak Performance, and LegacyDrew Hannush: The Lost History of Tennessee WhiskeyOn episode #230 of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with nonfiction book author, Drew Hannush. Drew is a whiskey historian, whiskey podcast host, and an Amazon bestselling author of three engaging books on whiskey. With a background in web design, Drew transitioned into whiskey writing and podcasting, turning his passion for travel and spirits into a successful new career.Drew's latest book, *The Lost History of Tennessee Whiskey,* is a compelling dive into a lesser-known chapter of American whiskey lore. Listeners will find this book especially interesting for its rich storytelling and the way...
2024-05-3025 minThe Whiskey Lore® Podcast✈️ WF003 to Scotland: Lindores Abbey Distillery - Returning to the spiritual home of ScotchLindores Abbey Distillery (Scotland, UK) WF0003 Join me as I fly into Edinburgh and make my way north to the Spiritual Home of Scotch Whisky - Lindores Abbey. It's been a few years since I visited the distillery and back then, their spirits were still new to the world and had not aged the required 3 years to be considered whisky. But we took time to chat about their recreation of Friar John Corr's Aqua Vitae. Now the whisky is here and the distillery is maturing into a nice profile of tours and experiences. We'll learn w...
2024-05-2728 minThe Whiskey Lore® Podcast✈️ WF001 to South Africa: Helden Distillery - Uncommon whisky territoryHelden Distillery (Parys, South Africa) WF0001 Happy World Whisky Day 2024! Today is the perfect day to release a brand new Whiskey Lore series called "Whiskey Lore's Whisky Flights." As usual, I, Drew Hannush, am expanding the boundaries of what a whisky podcast can be. For years I have traveled to distilleries in Scotland, Ireland, and the United States, talking to founders, distillers, and tour guides. This led to two best selling travel books (Experiencing Irish Whiskey and Experiencing Kentucky Bourbon) where I revealed the secrets of planning the perfect distillery get a...
2024-05-1731 minWhiskey Lore®: The InterviewsStories of Square Stills, Bootlegging, and Moonshine with A.J of Casey Jones DistilleryJoin me as we head to Western Kentucky, to meet a man who took his moonshining skills and family traditions and found a way to legalize them and give people a taste of moonshine culture and spirits distilled in one of the most unique looking stills you'll ever see - the square coffin still. Enjoy my conversation with Arlon "AJ" Casey Jones of the Casey Jones Distillery. Lots of stories, history, and a tasting of their 7 year old barrel proof moonshine. Enjoy! Cheers! Drew
2024-03-251h 14Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsCounting Down Kentucky's Top 10 Historic Whiskey Brands with Jerry Daniels of Stone Fences Tours (Part 2)In this episode, Drew Hannush and Jerry Daniels dive into their top 10 favorite historic bourbon brands, each with its own unique story and impact on the bourbon industry. They explore the rich histories behind each brand, highlighting the people like E.H. Taylor, George Garvin Brown, J.B. Dant, and Paul Jones Jr., who shaped the bourbon world. Tune in to discover the fascinating tales behind these iconic brands and why they've earned a spot on Drew and Jerry's top 10 lists.
2024-03-041h 06Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsTalking Ghost Dogs, The Last Wolf of Scotland, and Scottish Highland Distiling with Duncan BrydenBack in 2019, while preparing for my first season of the Whiskey Lore Stories podcast, I took a trip to Scotland to learn the story of Cù Bòcan, the spectral animal that is said to haunt the village of Tomotin in the Scottish Highlands. I learned of the story while reading the back of a box of Tomatin's peated single malt Scotch and was curious to hear more. When I contacted the nearby community of Strathdearn, I was introduced to Duncan Bryden, a man knowledgable about the legends and history of the area. I met up with hi...
2024-02-0554 minThe Bourbon RoadThe Lost History of Tennessee WhiskeyJim sits down with best selling author Drew Hannush to discuss his latest book, "The Lost History of Tennessee Whiskey". Drew is the Host of Whiskey Lore and author of three best selling books on whiskey. Listen in as Jim and Drew explore the history of Tennessee whiskey while sipping on some select Tennessee pours. A must listen for sure! 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 wel...
2024-01-311h 15
WhiskyCastTennessee Whiskey's Lost HistoryHistory changes all the time as we uncover new facts about the past, and historian Drew Hannush’s new book shakes up some of the history of Tennessee Whiskey. For starters, “The Lost History of Tennessee Whiskey” sheds new light on the origin stories of Jack Daniel’s and the Lincoln County Process. We’ll talk with Drew Hannush on this week’s WhiskyCast In-Depth. In the news, Heaven Hill is closing its bottling operations in Canada, while Irish Distillers is getting out of the beer business.
2024-01-2950 min
Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #147 - Drew Hannush, Whiskey LoreAuthor and host of the Whiskey Lore podcasts, Drew Hannush joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to discuss his new book, The Lost History of Tennessee Whiskey. Order it now through Amazon here.
2024-01-041h 24
Bourbon PursuitThe Most Traveled Man in Whiskey with Drew Hannush of Whiskey LoreHow many distillery tours have you been on? 2? 5? Maybe 20? Well, you can't even touch our guest today. Drew Hannush is the author of multiple books including Experiencing Kentucky Bourbon, Experiencing Irish Whiskey, and new one coming soon on Tennessee. He has his own whiskey podcast called Whiskey Lore but, he has also visited over 250 distilleries across the world. That's a ton of miles traveled. We dig into his passion and why he continues to visit distilleries and even re-visit some. Then we discuss how he doesn't get fatigued because sometimes it's a lot of the same process and story...
2023-05-251h 06
Suit Up! With Terrance LayhewWith The Quiet Man and Drew HannushHappy St. Patrick's Day! Joining us to celebrate this holiday is Drew Hannush from the Whiskey Lore Podcast to discuss The Quiet Man (1952). We've got trivia, fun facts, and commentary on Irish Whiskey. Enjoy the episode! Follow Drew! https://www.whiskey-lore.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWFj9xNxwGioHNSiN1kWZRQ https://www.instagram.com/whiskeylore/ Follow The Show! https://terrancelayhew.com/suitup/ https://www.instagram.com/suitup.podcast/
2023-03-191h 45
Bourbon Lens217: The Ultimate Travel Guide to Experiencing Irish WhiskeyOur guest today is Drew Hannush, who is helping us kick off our coverage of Irish Whiskey for St. Patrick's Day. Drew is an author, podcaster, world traveler, and incredible storyteller. Drew Hannush is the author of the best selling book "Whiskey Lore's Travel Guide to Experiencing Kentucky Bourbon" and his latest book, "Whiskey Lore's Travel Guide to Experiencing Irish Whiskey". He also hosts two whiskey podcasts, Whiskey Lore - The Stories & Whiskey Lore - The Interviews. Drew has traveled extensively throughout Scotland, Ireland, and the United States touring distilleries, picking up stories, and helping inspire travelers and whiskey lov...
2023-03-131h 21
Whiskey ChatsMy Chat with Drew Hannush from Whiskey Lore podcastJoin me for My Chat with Drew Hannush from the Whiskey Lore podcast series. Drew has a real passion and knowledge of Irish whiskey and recently undertook a trip around the island of Ireland, visiting most of our whiskey distilleries. Off the back of this, he wrote a fantastic book - Whiskey Lore's Guide to Experiencing Irish Whiskey. Available now on Amazon - https://bit.ly/3CLw6J3 Drew also has two great podcasts - Whiskey Lore: Stories & Whiskey Lore: The Interviews. Check them out. Don't forget to sign up...
2023-01-121h 49Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsFrom Scotland to Ireland to Romania // Allan Anderson of Carpathian WhiskyThis year I've been working to find whisky legacies in some very unfamiliar regions for the spirit. When Carpathian Whisky reached out to me about their single malt, I thought - well, this is definitely a chance to step into the unknown. Then, my guest Allan Anderson, distiller at Carpathian suddenly was tying his career into a bunch of different distilleries across Ireland and Scotland. Some fun discoveries in this episode. Cheers! Drew
2022-12-1454 minWhiskey Lore®: The InterviewsWhat Is The Oldest Distillery West of the Mississippi? with Kyle MerkleinWhen it comes to claims of the oldest, there is always a chance at a caveat. In terms of Ben Holladay Bourbon, it's distilling grounds have a pretty strong claim to the title of the oldest distillery west of the Mississippi River. Here the story with master distiller Kyle Merklein and find out why his distillery was bold enough to wait 6 years to release their first new generation whiskey.
2022-08-0358 min
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsDrew Tells All About Whiskey Lore, Irish Whiskey, and More with the Suit Up PodcastIt's time to turn the tables and let you learn a little bit about me, get behind-the-scenes with Whiskey Lore, and learn a ton about Irish whiskey. I've given the reins over to one of my favorite podcast hosts Terrence Layhew of the Suit Up! Podcast. He digs into my motivations for starting Whiskey Lore and lets me get deep into the rise and fall and rising again of Irish Whiskey.
2022-07-271h 40
Suit Up! With Terrance LayhewWith Drew Hannush and Whiskey Lore Why is whiskey spelled with and without an "e"? Drew Hannush, our guest today, tells us this and more as we discuss the myths, history and lore of whiskey. Drew is the host of the Whiskey Lore Podcasts, and author of a travel guide to Kentucky Bourbon. In addition to talking whiskey, we also touch on his love of James Bond and the story of Ernest Shackleton. It's an amazing interview, you can keep on the look out for Drew's upcoming book on Irish Whiskey on the horizon.
2022-07-241h 37
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsFrom Maryland Rye to New York Cocktail Culture to Navy Strength Gin with Allen Katz of NY DistillingJoin me as I jump into a discussion with New York Distilling's co-founder Allen Katz. Starting out in Baltimore, it's no surprise that Allen would find rye whiskey as his passion, but the surprise was - he went to New York City to start a distillery. But before then, he spent life as a bartender in the revitalized cocktail culture of New York. So today we'll talk rye whiskey, cocktails and even find out why the British used to have a different proofing system that we do in the US. Items we'll discuss: How a heist...
2022-07-201h 30
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsWhat Do Brown-Forman, Mick Jagger, Bono, and MacBeth have In Common? I ask Alex from SlaneOne of the coolest places I visited while on my historic journey through Ireland was Slane Castle. It was there that I met Alex Conyngham, the earl of Mountcharles and co-founder of Slane Distillery, along with his father Lord Henry "the Rock and Roll Aristocrat." If you don't know the story of this distillery and its neighboring castle, you're in for a treat. Especially if you are a music lover. And by the end of this episode, you'll not only know how Mick Jagger and Bono fit into this story, but also how Brown-Forman helped take this...
2022-07-1356 min
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsThe Illicit History and Legalization of Irish Poitín with Pádraic of Galway's Micil DistilleryWhat the heck is Irish Poitín? This was a question I asked myself frequently before traveling to Ireland. Is it just Irish moonshine or just unaged Irish whiskey or is it something completely different? After traveling the island, I found a handful of distillers who were bringing this long time illicit distilling into the light. Pádraic Ó Griallais and his family are on the forefront of distilling the legal version of poitín, but their family heritage is based in the illicit version. So in today's episode, we will dive in deep and learn all about this...
2022-06-291h 18
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsThe Life and Times of a Irish Whiskey Legend: John Teeling of Great Northern DistilleryIt is hard to overstate John Teeling's impact on the Irish whiskey industry. He took on an Irish whiskey monopoly and helped bring interest back into a dying industry. Then after selling his distillery, he bought another and this one is fostering the growth of the modern Irish whiskey craft industry - supplying fine spirits to new distilleries looking to establish their brands before releasing their own spirits. He is a legend with humble beginnings. Truly a self-made man, a gentleman, and a roll model for the industry. Here is his story in his own w...
2022-06-221h 25
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsCooley to Teeling: Twice at the Forefront of a New Breed of Irish Distilleries with Jack TeelingThe revival of Irish whiskey is real - I have seen it first hand. And after traveling the entire island of Ireland and Northern Ireland, I can see first hand the results of a country's passion for its lost heritage. One of the men who was at the forefront of the new breed of Irish distillery owners is Jack Teeling. And Jack has been a part of two different phases of Irish whiskey's expansion beyond the one time monopoly of Irish Distillers, Ltd - first with his father John Teeling at Cooley Distillery and the second time...
2022-06-151h 13
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsHas Too Much Focus on Kentucky Bourbon Caused a Misread of American Whiskey History? // Laura FieldsThis week I conclude my interview with Laura Fields as we dive deep into Pennsylvania's pre and post-Prohibition history. We'll also talk about the difficulty of telling American whiskey history without using a Kentucky Bourbon lens. In addition Laura will dispel some long held beliefs about who could distill during Prohibition and how many distillers had licenses to sell it. Plus we'll look at craft distilling in Pennsylvania and see if the industry is coming back.
2022-06-081h 33
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsWhen Pennsylvania Ruled American Whisky with Laura Fields of the American Whiskey ConventionThanks to Steve Bashore of George Washington's Distillery, I had a chance to meet Laura Fields of the Fields Foundation and American Whiskey Convention. Her passionate devotion to recovering the lost history of Pennsylvania distilling is truly inspiring. Before Kentucky, there was Monongahela Rye and it didn't die out long before Prohibition, instead, it died at the same time Kentucky did. But after Prohibition, Kentucky took over the narrative for American whiskey and Pennsylvania all but forgot its history. In this episode, we aim to change that as we go back to the very origins of Pennsylvania's...
2022-06-021h 04
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsThe Whiskey That Made the Crowned Heads of Europe Turn From Scotch to Bourbon with Bill McBrayerA pretty bold claim! But W.H. McBrayer had well established his Cedar Brook brand as a quality brand and won awards in Europe for his efforts. Hear the story of another lost distiller of the 19th century and hear how his decedent Bill McBrayer is honoring the legacy of the man who not only started his own distillery, but helped some of the more prominent names in Kentucky bourbon get their start.
2022-05-1858 min
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsWhiskey's History at Tennessee and the World's #1 Most Visited Distillery with Joe Baker of Ole SmokyIt's hard to believe that in just 12 years, Ole Smoky has grown to become the most visited distillery in the world, seeing more than double the visitors in a year than all of Scotland's distilleries combined! Ole Smoky has long had ambitions to get into the whiskey market, but for the longest time blends and flavored whiskey's or charred moonshine were all you could find. But that all changed last year when they introduced James Ownby Reserve Tennessee Bourbon - a whiskey named after one of the Overmountain Men who helped turn the Revolutionary War at the...
2022-05-111h 13
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsJack Daniel's Chris Fletcher Talks Sinatra, Legendary Distillers, Malted Barley, and the New Bottled-in-BondFor the first time since Prohibition, Jack Daniel's has a major release of a Bottled-in-Bond Tennessee Whiskey - and not just one, but two! In this episode, I chat with Chris Fletcher about the concepts behind the new Bonded Series as well as doing tastings of Bonded and Triple Mash, and we also dive into Chris' experience growing up in Lynchburg and Sunday's with his grandfather, legendary distiller Frank Bobo. And once and for all, we'll find out where that unique banana note comes from in Jack. Cheers!
2022-05-041h 26
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsScotch Distiller Legacy Series: John Campbell Talks Laphroaig Peat to Lowland Whisky at LochleaNot long ago I had a chat with Jeff Arnett, who left the distillery that makes his favorite, Jack Daniel's to start his own Company Distilling. Around the time of that interview I heard the news that John Campbell was stepping away from Laphroaig after a 27 year career to move to the Lowlands. Was I dreaming? Was this real? I caught up with John at his new distilling home of Lochlea and we talked about Robert Burns, Islay vs Lowland, and the importance of feeling you don't know all the answers.
2022-04-271h 04
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsThe Irishman Turned 19th Century Tennessee Whiskey Baron with J.W. Kelly's Leslie SampsonWhen you think 19th century Tennessee whiskey distilling, you think Jack Daniel and George Dickel. But we've also uncovered the story of Charles Nelson of Nelson's Green Brier. So which is the biggest of the 19th century? What if I said "none of them?" The real king of distilling in Tennessee may have been an Irishman named J.W. Kelly. I'll talk with Leslie Sampson who has done extensive research into a man who held many similarities to Tommy Dewar in terms of his energy, innovative spirit, and marketing prowess. Hear the story.
2022-04-201h 14
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsFrench Single Malt Whisky? Oui! Some Tasting, History, and Background with Christine CooneyWhen someone says France, you may think wine, Cognac, Armagnac, and Champagne - but do you think single malt whisky? You should! France not only has distilling skills, but they also have the natural resources, including producing 30% of the world's barley, and the French have been great lovers of whisky and one of Scotch whisky's largest markets for years. Find out about the history and development of the French whisky industry and listen in as I taste single malts and blends from Armorik and Bastille including a peated single malt with similar characteristics to Islay...
2022-04-131h 14
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsTop 10 Historic Places to Visit In Kentucky's Bourbon Country with Jerry of Stone Fences ToursWith the Derby and Summer right around the corner, it is time to start thinking about Kentucky travel plans and for lovers of bourbon history, it is time to dig into a best of list of historic bourbon destinations. To do this, I have invited my friend and fellow history fan Jerry Daniels of Stone Fences Tours onto the show to compare our top 10 lists of the best historic destinations in the Bluegrass State. We'll even toss in a few extras - perfect for your travel planning.
2022-04-061h 59
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsWestland Distillery and the Development of the American Single Malt Category with Chris RiesbeckWalk into your favorite liquor store and look for a bottle of Westland American Single Malt. Where do you start? It's not in bourbon. It's not with the single malt scotches (or is it)? As this category grows and whiskey diversifies from region to region and country to country, it's time to have a serious talk about reorganizing store shelves. Chris Riesbeck and I will talk about that, he'll fill us in on Westland's history developing the ASM category, what it takes to be a brand ambassador, and I'll put him on the spot with...
2022-03-301h 17
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsBourbon Distiller Legacy Series: From Wine to Whiskey with Lisa Wicker of Widow JaneIf you've not heard her name before, you're going to be shocked with all of the projects Lisa's been involved in - from George Washington's Distillery at Mount Vernon, to Preservation Distillery in Bardstown, to Huber's Starlight Distillery in Indiana, and the Beam Brother's Limestone Branch - and she also works as a consultant. We'll talk about the whiskey and the name Widow Jane, I'll get to sample the 10 year, we'll hear how Lisa moved from blending wine to blending whiskey, and learn a little more about one of her distilling heroes - a woman who ran...
2022-03-231h 32
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsExplore Distilleries in Scotland and Ireland Without Fear of Driving on the LeftTime for a change of pace episode. Yes, we normally hear from distillers, historians, and ambassadors, but with traveling starting to open up again, I thought this would be an opportune mind to get your mind on distillery travel. In a few weeks I'll have Jerry Daniel's of Stone Fences Tours on to help whiskey history lovers find the coolest places to visit in Kentucky, but this week - in honor of St. Patrick's Day, I want to put you behind the wheel so you can get comfortable with the idea of driving from distillery to distillery...
2022-03-161h 03
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsLost History of a 19th Century Ohio Whiskey Baron and the Revival of Dexter's BourbonIt's time for a fascinating conversation with a man who is resurrecting a legendary whiskey man from Cincinnati Ohio. My guest is co-founder and CEO of Brain Brew Custom Whiskey - Doug Hall. His whiskey is called Dexter's Bourbon - a historic brand you likely never heard of. We'll hear about whiskey from the early 1800s and about the man himself Edmund Dexter. I'll also get a chance to taste the whiskey and dig into a conversation about crafting your own cocktails and your own whiskey next time you visit Louisville.
2022-03-091h 05Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsIndulging The Alchemist Alan Bishop's Passion for Whiskey Science, History, and StorytellingIt's time for part two of my fascinating conversation with Alan Bishop, master distiller at Spirits of French Lick. We're going to dive more into some of the spirits he's produced, talk about capturing historic yeasts, discover what split brandy is, find some historic distilling sites in Indiana, and get a little more history around some of the names honored by Alan though the whiskies of Spirits of French Lick.
2022-03-021h 15
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsThis Week: The Bottled in Bond Act of 1897125 years ago this week, a battle would be fought between wet and dry candidates over a bill that could improve the quality of whiskey. What really happened though was so much bigger and expanded government's role in consumer affairs.
2022-02-2805 min
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsForgotten Pre-Prohibition History of Indiana Distilling with Alan Bishop of Spirits of French LickWhen I say Southern Indiana, you might not initially think distilling legacy, but if you think about it, the region is just as close to the Ohio River as Kentucky is. So when I invited Alan Bishop, a distiller, but also a documenter of whiskey history, a whole new amazing history opened up to me. Check out the stories of preacher-distillers, Prohibition antics, and legacies of great distillers that are finally seeing the light.
2022-02-231h 35
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsThis Week: The Presidents and WhiskeyLet's go back 154 years to the origins of this week's Federal holiday and find out when the name changed from Washington's Birthday to President's Day. We'll also take a look at several presidents and discover their association with whiskey - from owning distilleries to taking a shot in the morning with breakfast. Cheers!
2022-02-2105 min
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsScotch You Should Know: Revealing Glenglassaugh and BenRiach's Histories with Rory GlasgowWelcome back to Rory as this week we'll discuss two scotch distilleries every fan should know about. BenRiach is a Speyside distillery that has developed some fascinating and complex whiskies thanks to Dr. Rachel Barrie. Glenglassaugh is a seaside Highland distillery with robust and flavorful whiskies that are coming into their own. Both distilleries have long complicated histories and we'll unravel them here while tasting 7 top notch expressions.
2022-02-161h 35
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsThis Week in 1932: Churchill's Medicinal PrescriptionHear a tale about the Hon. Winston S. Churchill that occurred 90 years ago this week.
2022-02-1405 min
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsWho Was George Dickel and How Is Nicole Austin Evolving His Tennessee Whiskey Legacy?Take a step into the mysterious past and amazing future of George Dickel Tennessee Whiskey with a woman who is taking a 150 year old legacy and expanding it to new heights. Two years ago, Nicole brought George Dickel back to worldwide attention when her Bottled-In-Bond 13 year old whisky won Whisky Advocate's "Whisky of the Year." Now she is challenging the misconception that Tennessee whiskey is not bourbon with her latest release. Enjoy our dive into the distillery's history and Nicole's thought process in expanding the brand's offerings.
2022-02-091h 15
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsDiving Into The Mystery of Irish Pot Still Whiskey with Talnua Distillery's Patrick MillerHave you found yourself looking down the Irish whiskey aisle with a look of confusion on your face? Well, you're not alone. Single grain, single pot still, these are names that can throw you for a loop. Today we are going to get some clarity on the issue from a man who is distilling pot still whiskey in Colorado. Patrick Miller is my guest and he'll tell us how he fell in love with the style, what it is, and why triple distilling is so beneficial for it. Plus we'll taste 5 of his whiskeys and talk Irish...
2022-02-022h 13
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsAustralian Whiskey - The Law That Killed It and How It Rose from the Ashes with Starward's Dave VitaleCurious about whiskies from Australia? Well my guest today is one of Australia's leading distillers with a very creative process for aging his whiskies - wet wine barrels. Dave Vitale had a desire to make a very unique whisky that could sit proudly among the great whiskies of the world and today I'm going to taste three of those expressions. We'll also learn about Australia's forgotten whisky history and learn about Starward's new partnership with the Michelin Guide of North America.
2022-01-261h 28
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsWriting the History of Texas Whiskey from Amarillo to El Paso to Houston with Author Nico MartiniIf you love whisky, you've likely heard that Texas has a growing whisky industry and you likely know names like Balcones, Garrison Brothers, and Ironroot. And that is a great beginning, but there is so much more to Texas whiskey. In this interview, I'll chat with a native Texan who wrote a book on the subject, traveling from distillery to distillery, meeting founders, tasting spirits, and placing his findings in his book, aptly named Texas Whiskey. Join us as we explore what the Lone Star State has to offer.
2022-01-191h 33
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsWhisky Rewind to the Best Interview Guests of 20212021 was an eventful year with a ton of travel, distilleries, and interviews. So before I tackle 2022, it is time to look back on some of the best moments of the year that was. I'll feature clips from many of this year's episodes focusing on the best of history, process, and the distillers themselves. Enjoy this stroll down memory lane or for new listeners, get a feel for what Whiskey Lore: The Interviews is all about!
2022-01-0559 min
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsWhat Makes American Single Malt Different From Scotch? With Stranahan's Owen MartinI recently had the opportunity to attend the one day per year Snowflake Festival at Red Rocks near Denver and to tour the Stranahan's Distillery. During the visit, I kicked up a conversation with head distiller Owen Martin about his education in Scotland and how that translated into his current occupation, distilling American single malt. We decided to take the conversation online so you could eavesdrop. We also talked about this year's two Snowflake releases.
2021-12-291h 39
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsBlending a Whiskey to Honor the Personality of an Old West Legend: Big Nose KateThe art of the personality blend. Only a few have mastered it. Melissa Heim, master blender for Big Nose Spirits has done just that with a fantastic whiskey based on the personality of one of the Old West's most interesting characters - Big Nose Kate. If you've heard the name and don't know who she is, we'll give you a little background and then Melissa and I will talk about what goes into making a whiskey that fits a legend.
2021-12-2251 min
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsHow Do You Leave Your Favorite Whiskey Jack Daniel's to Go Craft? Jeff Arnett of CompanyHis new company, is curiously called "Company" or Company Distilling and he and his teammates have ambitious plans. And we will dig into those during this interview, but since I missed a chance to document his time at Jack Daniel's, were going to start off hearing how Jeff moved from working with coffee to working with spirits and ultimately taking over the master distilling reins from Jimmy Bedford.
2021-12-141h 55
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsTelling the History of Kentucky Bourbon Through Stories and Personalities with Clay RisenWhiskey Lore fans will remember Clay from his article that prompted Fawn Weaver to research the Uncle Nearest story, leading to the establishment of her own whiskey and a foundation in Nathan "Nearest" Greens' name. He is releasing a beautiful new book, perfect for the bourbon fan on your list, called "Bourbon: The Story of Kentucky Whiskey." We'll dive into how he writes about historic figures, to finding amazing dusty bottles in the Buffalo Trace bottle archive and more.
2021-12-081h 51
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsUnderstanding the History and Sherry Bomb Scotch Whiskies of GlenDronach with Rory GlasgowTime to share an interview talking about my favorite Highland whisky, GlenDronach. Brand Ambassador Rory Glasgow will introduce us more of the story of James Allardice along with Billy Walker, and Dr. Rachel Barrie. Plus I do a tasting of the core line of whiskies, up to the 21 year and including the recent Port Wood edition. Plus we'll talk a little controversy and get scoop on some words that disappeared recently from their bottles. It's all here! Enjoy.
2021-12-011h 49
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsThe Wild History of Oregon Distilling and America's First Single Malt with Joe and Caitlin of Clear CreekHave I got an entertaining interview for you today, with my guests Joe O'Sullivan and Caitlin Bartlemay of Hood River and Clear Creek distilleries in Oregon. We're going to uncover the secrets of Johnny Appleseed, talk about the origins of American Single Malt and its godfather Steve McCarthy, find out what distiller may have had the worst luck in history, and discover the deeper history of Oregon whisky, including the notorious concoction known as Blue Ruin. And make sure to join me for Friday Happy Hour to chat about the show on YouTube.com/WhiskeyLore
2021-11-241h 26
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsFrom Kentucky Bourbon Country to Memphis and Tennessee Whiskey with Alex Castle of Old DominickWhat happens when a Kentuckian heads to Memphis, Tennessee to make whiskey? Check out my conversation with Old Dominick's Alex Castle, as we talk bourbon from both sides of the border. We'll dive into the storied history of the 19th century brand, discover a decades old Memphis Toddy, and talk about Alex' journey from pot stills to Wild Turkey to just south of Beale Street. And we'll taste some whiskies as well. Thanks to Old Dominick for the samples. #ad
2021-11-171h 10
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsHistoric Distilling Equipment, Mothballs, and the World's Most Peated Whisky with Allan Logan of BruichladdichSome of the world's great whiskies come out of Bruichladdich, including Classic Laddie (unpeated), Port Charlotte (peated), and Octomore (heaviest peat in the world). And the distillery was on the forefront of transparency in its marketing. But in 2001, the distillery was in mothballs and the future was uncertain. Hear the story of how this great distillery made its way into the hearts of scotch lovers across the planet, as I speak with a man who was a part of that great evolution - Allan Logan. Plus, we'll talk about and taste the latest Octomore series...
2021-11-101h 11
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsCelebrating a 25th Anniversary and Revealing a 210 Year Legacy with Chris Morris of Woodford ReserveWe've grown accustomed to seeing that beautiful bottle of Woodford Reserve on the shelf, but when it debuted, it was putting a whole new image on bourbon. October marked the 25th Anniversary of Woodford Reserve and we're going to celebrate by talking with Chris Morris, Master Distiller - a man who has been around since the beginning. We'll talk about the historic grounds, talk about the brand's development, triple pot distilling, and I'll taste the Distiller's Series Chocolate Malt Whisper Kentucky Straight Bourbon. Enjoy the show!
2021-11-031h 06
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsLegends, Ghost Stories, and Campbeltown as the Whisky Capital of the World with Glen Scotia's Iain McAllisterIn the world of scotch you'll find Highland, Lowland, Speyside, and Islay. Can you name the 5th region? It's Campbeltown. And at one time, the wee toon had around 30 distilleries - today it has three. It's a town rich with history and Glen Scotia has weathered a lot of it. My guest is Distillery Manager Iain McAllister, who will share stories of growing up in Campbeltown and some of the rich history of the town and distillery.
2021-10-271h 14
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsThe Near Death of Irish Whiskey and It's Triumphant Return to Belfast with Sarah Kennedy of McConnellsWhy does Ireland spell whiskey with an "e?" What is the oldest brand of whisky in Ireland? And how many distilleries are there in Belfast? Just some of the questions I'll explore with McConnell's very passionate brand ambassador Sarah Kennedy. We'll also take our first dive into Irish whiskey history. I'll do a tasting of McConnell's age stated blended whisky and we'll talk about a planned revival of distilling in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Slainte!
2021-10-2057 min
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsFrom Ireland to Kentucky, Exploring the History of Lawrenceburg and Wild Turkey Origins with Tom RipyGet ready to dig deep into the history of Anderson County, Kentucky - where today Four Roses and Wild Turkey reign supreme. But when my guest Tom Ripy was a youth there, he lived among distilling royalty, including the Saffells, Bonds, Lillards, Dowlings, and his own family, the Ripys. Some of these names returning to shelves in liquor stores and bars. Join me in a time machine as we hear how it was in Lawrenceburg, KY from a man who had personal connections to many of the families that helped build the legacy of bourbon.
2021-10-1354 min
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsMonopoly and Murder: When Peoria, Illinois and the Whiskey Trust Owned American Distilling with J.K. WilliamsWhat town in the 19th Century was known as the "Whisky Capital of the World?" Edinburgh, Louisville, Nashville - none of the above. How about Peoria, Illinois? Join me as I chat with J.K. Williams CEO Andy Faris and Master Distiller Jeff Murphy about the storied history of distilling in Peoria and their brand's namesake, who was a bootlegger that had some run-ins with Al Capone and Peoria's mafia family. Hear the history and we'll talk about where J.K. Williams is heading.
2021-10-051h 01
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsA Dive Into Japanese Whisky and Why Brands Choose to Age Whisky At Sea with Jay Cole of KaiyoAs a nice pairing with this week's Whiskey Lore episode about whisky aged at sea, I'm hear to talk about a sea aged Japanese whisky called Kaiyo. This spirit makes its way from a Japanese warehouse to Liverpool England, picking up personality all along the way. Join me was I taste a single cask version and we talk Japanese whisky, history, and working with tough woods like Mizunara Oak.
2021-09-291h 00
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsMy Exclusive Interview a Tennessee Whiskey and Rum Maverick: Phil Prichard of Prichard's DistilleryFirst there was Jack, then there was George, and in 1997 - long before the craft distilling revolution - there was Phil. Phil Prichard has family distilling roots going back into the 18th century, but it was his emergence in the 20th century that made history. He's always done things his own way, starting with Tennessee rum, before whiskey. He's a fascinating guy who many distillers talk about, but whose story hasn't been fully told - until now!
2021-09-2256 min
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsTaking Risks and Doing It His Own Way: The Chattanooga Whiskey Recipe For Success with Tim PiersantJoin me as I head to Chattanooga, Tennessee to talk with Tim Piersant, CEO and co-Founder of Chattanooga Whiskey about how he and his head distiller Grant McCracken landed on a high malt bourbon for their flagship whiskey. We'll also talk a little Chattanooga Whiskey history, burning the right bridges at the right time, and we'll taste their soon to be released Vintage Series Bottled-In-Bond 2017 Fall Edition.
2021-09-151h 10
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsTime To Diversify: Helping the Bourbon Drinker Understand What Scotch Is All About with Ed KohlI can't tell you how many times I've heard this blanket statement from bourbon drinkers - "I don't like scotch." Like scotch is just one flavor profile. That's why I wanted to have a little Scotch 101 discussion, talking about regions, peat smoke vs fruity, age, proof, and what scotch to start with, with my guest Ed Kohl, a scotch whisky distributor who has spent a couple decades helping Americans understand scotch. We'll also talk about the whisky tariffs, three tier system, and some of the whiskies he distributes like Clan MacLeod, Spey, and Smokehead.
2021-09-101h 19
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsGobbler Springs Distillery's John Hatcher // Country DistilleryBack from one of the most interesting adventures I've had in trying to reach a distillery. The name of the place is Gobbler Springs and the gentleman who had to pick me up in his 4x4 is the owner and distiller John Hatcher. A Kentuckian with Irish distilling roots John and his wife long ago decided to make their home in Tennessee. There he produces moonshine, gin, and sweet mash whiskey under something he calls the Lawrence County Process.
2021-09-0955 min
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsDavidson Reserve's Jeff Pennington // Tennessee Whiskey and BourbonNow Jeff and his wife didn't necessarily take the normal path into owning a whiskey distillery. Rather than having grown up around distilling, they had both come from careers in the distribution of whiskey - and from competing companies no less.
2021-09-081h 08
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsDead Distilers Author Colin Spoelman // Bourbon HistoryJoin me for part one of my discussion with Kings County Distillery's master distiller and co-founder Colin Spoelman. A few years back Colin wrote an intriguing book about American whiskey history called Dead Distillers and we will take the time in this episode to chat a bit about his background as a New York City distiller.
2021-09-071h 25
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsSeth Benhaim of Broken Barrel WhiskeyWhile on a journey out to California in search of details about an upcoming episode, I took time out to interview Seth Benhaim of Infused Spirits. Seth is taking a very unique approach to aging whiskey - by placing barrel staves in new make. We sampled his expressions using Mizunara oak, a Cask of Amontillado (something Edgar Allen Poe fans will appreciate), and scotch peat staves. We also talked about the history of light whiskey, a historic distillery in Kentucky they source from, and the concept of an oak bill.
2021-09-0659 min
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsFugitive Spirits's Co-Founder Jim Massey // Writers and WhiskeyJust when I thought I had been to every Tennessee distillery or at least met a distiller from each, along came Jim Massey. Jim was actually on the forefront of the current Tennessee whiskey revival. We'll taste his whiskey and chat about the Tennessee Waltz, helping Tennessee agriculture through whiskey, and his literary inspiration for the company name.
2021-09-0356 min
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsJuke Joints and the Blues with WABG-AM's Poe // Mississippi DeltaLike a scene from "O Brother Where Art Thou" I stumbled upon a radio station out in the middle of a Mississippi field. And there, I met a radio man whose love of his craft led him to buying his own radio station. His music scans the genres, from rock to country to R&B, but most especially the blues. People tune in from all over the world to hear some great Mississippi Delta blues. Join me as we talk Juke Joints, moonshine, and the blues.
2021-09-0226 min
Whiskey Lore®: The InterviewsJimmy Rout all about Memphis, Blues, and Juke Joints // Memphis Whiskey HistoryFrom upstairs at the historic Peabody Hotel, I talk with Shelby County Historian Jimmy Rout about the surprising history of Beale Street, W.C. Handy, "Boss" Crump's mafia like rule over the city, the Tennessee Ouster Law, and Juke Joints and hangouts like Pee Wee's Saloon. We'll also dive into the lore surrounding the city's founding in Belle's Tavern. From Handy to Elvis to today, we'll investigate the whiskey past of Memphis.
2021-09-0151 min
Leadership and Legacy: Conversations at the George Washington Presidential Library192. Drinking Washington's Whiskey with Drew HannushFor many people, one of life’s great joys is a lovely dram of whiskey. Whether you’re a fan of Kentucky Bourbon, Single-malt Scotches, Japanese or Tennessee whiskey, every glass tells a story or contains memories that connect drinkers to different places, and different times. For Jim Ambuske, a dram of Cragganmore 12 instantly takes him back to Edinburgh, where he's spent many months hunting American Revolutionaries in the archives. But like most folks, he knows less about the stories behind the whiskies than I would like. That’s where Drew Hannush comes in. On today’s show, you’ll meet Dre...
2021-01-0744 min
VanishedVanished Amelia Earhart: "The Red Sun""Aviation, this young modern giant, exemplifies the possible relationship of women and the creations of science. Although women have not taken full advantage of its use and benefits, air travel is as available to them as to men."
Welcome back to Vanished: Amelia Earhart. Tonight I take a little break from the midwest and travel to Morro Bay, California; one of my very favorite spots in the world. When we started this series there was never a question as to whether or not we'd discuss an organization that Amelia Earhart held very close to her heart. We j...
2019-02-1736 min