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2023-08-272h 06
Bourbon of ProofBourbon of Proof with Special Guest Kristopher HartKristopher Hart got into whiskey when he was desperately trying to impress his girlfriend's father on Thanksgiving. Well that girlfriend is his wife now and Kristopher's whiskey empire is exploding across the country. He is the host of Whiskey Neat and his bottled spirits are available in all 50 states. In this session of Bourbon of Proof, Kristopher sits down with host Bob Simon to sip some of his own creations and tell his story. Interested in being a guest on the show? Visit justiceteamnetwork.com today!
2023-05-1930 min
Smoke Night LIVE - Cigar DojoSmoke Night LIVE – Kristopher Hart Of Whiskey NeatKristopher Hart of the acclaimed podcast Whiskey Neat joins the show. Kristopher has interviewed some of the giants in the whiskey industry, as well as celebrities such as Matthew McConaughey, Colin Hanks, and many others. We will also sample Kristopher’s own offering—The Prideful Goat 6-Year Rye—and see what this unfiltered cask-strength has to offer.
2022-08-051h 20
Music & MoonsaultsWrestling Wayback Machine #19: Rob Wilkins' Hart & SoulRob Wilkins of Fightful and Fightful Overbooked is back for more Bret Hart goodness. This time we are watching one of my personal favorite SummerSlam matches: Bret vs Undertaker for the WWF Title with HBK as the Special Guest Referee from 1997.
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2022-08-031h 00
Music & MoonsaultsWrestling Wayback Machine #16: Hart Foundation vs British Bulldogs, SNME #11 w/ Rob Wilkins!Rob Wilkins from Fightful joins me to watch a tag team classic. in the aftermath of WrestleMania 3, The Hart Foundation put their WWF World Tag Team Titles on the line in a 2 out of 3 Falls match against the British Bulldogs
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2022-05-0821 min
Smokin' & Toastin'EP. #280 "The Best Whiskey For Beginners"Special Guest: Whiskey Expert And Spirit Entrepreneur Kristopher Hart!
Cruze Cigar: La Aroma De Cuba Mi Amor Belicoso
Ian Cigar: Punch Fu Manchu
Beer Tasting: Martin House Brewing Company "Congratulations" Sweet And Sour Cake Ale (Ft. Worth, TX)
Beer Tasting: Equilibrium Brewery "Mass X Acceleration" Double IPA (Middletown, NY)
Beer Tasting: Hubbard's Cave Brewery "Chocolate Covered Strawberries" Imperial Stout (Niles, IL)
Spirit Tasting: Spirits from our guest, Kris Hart
2022-04-281h 54
Bourbon Showdown PodcastThe Prideful Goat: Kristopher HartThis week Jesse welcome Kristopher Hart to the program from The Prideful Goat! It's one of the most fun episodes we've had on The Bourbon Showdown and Jesse and Kristopher really go all over the world in this one. They talk whiskey, they talk comedy, they talk Epstein Island, former Presidents, boxing legends, comedy icons and everything in between! This is one of those episodes that every time you think you know the answer, they change the question and it really is a fun damn conversation to listen to. So sit back, relax and pour yourself something tasty (The...
2022-03-291h 27Music & MoonsaultsMusic & Moonsaults #10: Bret Hart- The Excellence of Entrance MusicHappy Birthday Hitman! Join me in celebration of one of the greatest of all-time, as I talk about one of the most legendary entrance themes of all-time. I even break out the six string and showcase my (very limited) skills.
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2021-07-0225 min
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 122 Plantation's Name Change and New Fiji Rum.Recently Plantation and their team at Maison Ferrand are taking steps to completely change their branding and the name "Plantation" for their rums.
They acknowledged the feelings the name might inspire and are working on a re-brand.
This week we sit down with Greg Doxakis and touch on the subject while trying their new Fiji offering.
A good conversation develops.
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2020-08-2152 min
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 121 Let's finally select a single barrel of Amrut. A Sherry Bomb.We have been TRYING for so long to film this episode and I could not be more excited for this to finally happen.
Today we get to select the first and only barrel of Amrut for Texas for the show.
We are joined by Todd Grube and Quad Heinicken to taste through some samples.
A good time was had by all.
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2020-08-1443 min
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 120 What the heck happened with Reserve 101?More than a decade ago Reserve 101 in Houston launched the beginning of change in Houston's Whiskey scene.
More than twelve years later the the Bar has undergone some precarious changes that have left us all scratching our heads.
Today I sit down with the new owners of Reserve 101, Jace VanHoozer
And Sean Fitzmaurice to answer one simple question...
What the hell happened?
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2020-08-061h 04
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 119 Tasting through Cognac with Dusti Rhodes and Pat McLellanEARLY DROP!
In our never ending struggle to beat Covid and crank episodes out all while remodeling a studio, this week we sit down with long time friend of the show and the best English teacher in Houston, Dusti Rhodes. We are also joined by Sports Radio host and Lima Tim Time Podcast magnate, Patrick McLellan joins us in studio to drink YAK!
Feels good to be back. We will see! Stay safe!
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2020-07-3044 min
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 118 Cork'd and Samples with Darryl Bowman and Brandon StrangeThe show received a lot of samples but we don't usually try them on air. This week we sit down after the recent launch of Cork'd, the spirits version of Untappd, and taste through some recent samples and talk hang out during the re-lock down of Texas.
A good time was had by all.
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2020-07-0345 min
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 117 Drinking Myths with Mark Normand**Early Drop and Language Warning**
*Also... Producer Jack cut out the part where Mark asked me who else has been in the show but left in the part where I remembered one more guest in the middle of a conversation
You'll see when you get there *
This week we sit down with the hilarious Mark Normand while he is in town at the Houston Improv to talk about Jokes, Adjusting to his success and massive growth in comedy and we dive deep into a few glasses of Whiskey.
We are re-joined by the incredible...
2020-06-2559 min
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 116 Some Pre WWII bottles and a couple of Comic nerds.This week we sit down with Founder, Owner and General manager of the Secret Group in Houston. A Comedy venue in EaDo and a fellow Whiskey Lover and Houston Bourbon Society Member.
We also sit down with his close friend and fellow comic Zahid Dewji.
We walk through some old bottles from the 1930s and 1940s and talk about his upcoming weekend at the Houston Improv to see Mark Normand.
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2020-06-191h 05
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 115 Steve Trevino absolutely loves Texas.This week I sit down with Steve Trevino. A headlining comic who sold out his weekend before coming on but STILL wanted to drop in for a few drinks.
We talk about his new comedy special, 'Til Death (on Amazon Prime) what it's like to give up the LA Hustle, buy a parcel of land in Texas and just live the good life with his wife and kids while touring the US.
We also address Bryan Callen and his doubts on the 115 yr old Brandy. (Still love you B)
A good time was had by...
2020-06-1253 min
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartThe most Adventurous brewery in Texas. Ingenious.This week we see the return of Ingenious founder, Justin Gyorfi.
We talk about the wild ride Ingenious has been through over the last couple of years as arguably Texas's most adventurous brewery.
Let me be clear, there are plenty of progressive, ground breaking breweries in Houston but no one, I repeat, no one is thinking outside the box like Ingenious.
For better or worse, no one is having more fun and to be honest... I love it. I love the mindset. I love the motivation. I love the journey.
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2020-06-0554 min
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 113 The Return of The Schaub and The Great Bryan Callen.This week Brendan Schaub takes a break from lockdown to come back on the show while he is in Town doing Stand up and he brought with him, his better half; The great and powerful Bryan Callen.
We walk through about a dozen different bottles and a half dozen spirits and do what we do best, talk trash.
Sold out 6 different shows and ran rampant through Houston's dynamic food scene at Truth BBQ and one of the best Steakhouses in the city, B & B Butchers.
A good time was had by all.
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2020-06-031h 09
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 112 Gregarious Grump Spirits with Jeremiah Butler and Darryl BowmanThis week we breakdown and taste the new line of spirits from none other than ...Me. Gregarious Grump Spirits was a brand born of and for the Houston Whiskey Social.
A line of select, unadulterated, Cask Strength, truly Single Barrel Spirits.
This week we taste some of my favorite rums with some of my favorite Rum Drinkers.
Darryl Bowman, of Bad Wine Reviews and the new Spirits app, Cork'd and Jeremiah Butler of B & B Butchers on Washington Avenue in Houston.
Jeremiah and Darryl have been long time friends and the face of their own...
2020-05-291h 03
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 111 What happens when you stop focusing on the word Bourbon? Lone Elm Wheat WhiskeyIn a recent article of Texas Monthly I was ask to provide my input on some of the best whiskies coming out of Texas.
Near the top of that list was Lone Elm.
Lone Elm has been making Wheat Whiskey in Texas for the last few years and we thought we could invite my good friend and fellow Houston Bourbon Society member, Quad Heinicken on the show to select a couple of barrels.
We are joined by Brandon Choate of Five Points Distilling.
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2020-05-221h 08
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 110 On the Subject of Guns in Facebook Whiskey Groups.For Years, Social Media has been a place for us to post pictures of our hobbies. Grilling, Shoes, Food, Whiskey, Cigars...... Guns.
In an age of our hobbies overlapping, we often see these things pictured together.
The Subject of Guns and Booze being pictured together is a hot topic with strong feelings on all sides of the argument.
Today We sit down and discuss how Todd and I feel personally on this phenomenon and how we handle it in Houston Bourbon Society.
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2020-05-081h 12
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 109 Sean Beck and I talk about which Restaurants to trust after the pandemic.This week I sit down with Houston Veteran Sommelier and Hugo Ortega's Right Hand, Sean Beck.
Sean has a breadth of knowledge unlike many and his perspective on the impact the Restaurant and Bar Scene has experienced due to Covid19 is definitely unique.
We sit down and have a few drinks and pontificate the like two lame dads have never done...
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2020-05-0151 min
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 108 Four Roses Robusto Release and Checking in during the end of the World.This week, we return after being gone for the last 3 weeks to talk about something important.
“Hey Guys, This is an important issue that needs to be supported.
In the past 2 months, Distilleries have donated nearly $6 Million in free hand sanitizer to first responders, front-
line health care workers and essential business employees.
Especially here in Houston with distilleries like Gulf Coast, Whitmeyers and William Price.
• At the same time, These Texas distillers have added over $4 Million in additional expenses to
produce sanitizer.
• Collectively, distillery revenues for on-site sales...
2020-04-2456 min
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartPasha and Dusti return to the show. Let's discuss Covid-19 and how you can help.So many people are being affected by COVID-19 and there seems to be no end in sight.
Few people are being affected as bad as those in the service industry.
We are rejoined all the way from episode 1 by Pasha Morshedi, Owner of Rosewater in Clear Lake.
A local establishment free from Dartboards but completely in purgatory due to the Houston Restaurant shut down.
We are also welcoming back our friend Dusti Rhodes. Local standup and Comedian who is also uniquely affected by this situation.
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2020-03-2053 min
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 106 Old Forester can do no wrong. A conversation with Campbell BrownPresident and Managing Director of Old Forester, Campbell Brown sits down with us this week to talk about how Old Forester (as well as Brown Forman as a whole) have been hitting it out of the park the last few years with just fantastic decisions for the Bourbon category.
We walk through the Whiskey Row line up and the history behind each.
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2020-03-1353 min
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartMike G makes his debut and we put a feather in this Terroir discussion.This week we see the ineffable, Mike G, make his debut. Host of Show De Vie with Mike G, the original show on spirits in Texas and the first man to make Sotol this side of the Rio Grande.
We are joined by his long time friend, Drew Jerdan to end the discussion on Terroir and to point out the issue with making Sotol in Texas.
A grand time was had by all.
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2020-03-0653 min
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartTexas Whiskey Club summit and Cringe worthy storiesThis week we prepare for our trip to Waco for the Inaugural Texas Whiskey Club Summit and discuss the Era of Yes.
The new age we are in, in which Distilleries are more likely to say yes for the sake of doing something fun. Regardless of how small.
We are joined by Charlie McRae of Balcones and Todd Grube.
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2020-02-2852 min
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartThe Subject of Terroir in distilled spirits. Is it non-sense?When it comes to Wine, Terroir is talked about and widely accepted.
Distilled spirits have adopted the term but is there any weight to this or is it just arbitrary marketing gobbledygook and sales gibberish meant to entice the consumer.
This week I sit down with two of Houston's major Whiskey Bar owner aficionados, Mike Raymond of Reserve 101 and Morgan Weber of Agricole hospitality group and owner of a brand new distillery in Marfa,Texas distilling our version of Sotol and eventually, Whiskey.
A spirited conversation to say the least over a few drams of...
2020-02-211h 00
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartHouston Whiskey Social Recap and Belle Meade's Chris Jones RETURNS!After two years of non stop episodes, we took our first break. 2 Weeks off to get things settled and ready to go for the 5th Annual Houston Whiskey Social.
Break is over and we are back! We recap this years event and sit down with one of my longest industry friends who has been around since the beginning!
Chris Jones of Belle Meade and Nelson Greenbrier distillery stops by to talk about things to come with the brand! Cheers!
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2020-02-1455 min
Show de Vie PodcastEp 290 - Kristopher Hart: Houston's Bourbon Socialite The job of an interviewer, at least a good one, is to offer up some vulnerability for your guest to hopefully encourage the same for them. It's not an easy job, but Kris Hart is the man for the job. With his successful show Whiskey Neat, and his gargantuan whiskey event the Houston Whiskey Social, what makes the man tick? The proud father was thrown into the role very young in life but now reflects on the amazing experience. Kris has united whiskey lovers, podcast listeners, and many seeking transparency in the world of spirits, but what's...
2020-02-071h 07
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 101 Let's talk Canadian Whisky with Signal HillCanadian whisky has had a long history of ... Meh. Meh, mostly made of rye.
This week we sit down and taste through some of the best and worst our great neighbors to the north make as well as try something new from Signal Hill.
A mostly corn Canadian Whisky with a different take on finishing.
We also cover briefly some plans for this year including a trip.... To Scotland.
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2020-01-2447 min
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 100 Is not the right episode to celebrate.Episode 100 is supposed to be an episode to celebrate, or is it?
Meh, the truth is we were in the midst of talking to a player on a certain local sports team and then some news this week killed any chance of an interview happening any time soon.
So.... We sit down with our most frequent guest, Todd Grube to discuss Whiskey and of course the aftermath of the Sam Hueghan interview.
A fun time was had by all.
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2020-01-1756 min
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 99 Sam Heughan and Sassenach Spirits.This week I sit down with the incredibly humble and charming, Outlander's Sam Heughan.
We travel to Louisiana to one of New Orleans best Comic conventions, Wizard World and get to share a dram and catch the word on Sam's new Whiskey Company; Sassenach Spirits.
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2020-01-1034 min
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 98 Simple but profound: The Specs/ HBS Mega Barrel Drop.Please, if you understand any part of this episode, understand this.
This episode we spend a significant amount of time talking about this incredible event last Saturday and how well it was executed and its ripple effect in the Facebook world quickly after.
This is not meant as a bragging point in any way for anything HBS has done but rather a thank you to Specs for this incredible event that has taken a long time to come to fruition.
Anything said on the subject is coming directly 1st hand and is meant to...
2020-01-031h 01
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 97 The Many sides of Melissa VillaseñorThis week I get to sit down with someone I have been following for years.
The incredibly talented, Master impressionist, SNL Cast member and Bone Zone Alumni, Melissa Villaseñor.
This is a Fan Q & A if there ever was one.
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2019-12-2854 min
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 96 It's not pronounced, "Tah-wonk-er-oh" with Jason from Tahwahkaro.This week we finally sit down with another Grain to Grass Texas distillery to discuss everything from Aesthetics to Yeast at the fantastic Grape Vine Distillery; Tahwahkaro.
We are rejoined by Alan Denny, recent owner of Galveston Island Cigar Lounge.
Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.
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2019-12-201h 05
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 95 Getting Legit with Pauly Shore.This is an explicit one folks.... Apologies in advance.
The Crowned Prince of Comedy, Mr Pauly Shore joins us on the show this week to talk about his current tour and hit podcast Random Rants. We talk about his life and new film coming out next year, Guest House!
We are also joined by my friend, Jeremy Hart, no relation, the mastermind behind Wine Spectators #26 Wine of the year on their TOP 100 list: 'Legit'
A beautiful 94 pt Tuscan Cabernet at an extremely reasonable price.
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2019-12-131h 04
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartHow easy is a DWI. An experiment with a little help from the Police.How easy is it to legally be drunk? Surprisingly easy. Shockingly so. A DWI in Texas is on average a $10,000 uphill battle and a Job killer and for the Whiskey Hobbyist it's something we should really be aware of.
The rule of thumb is 1- 1oz drink 80 proof per hour, your body can process.
Well, how exactly does that work in a hobby where the standard pour size is atleast 1.5 oz and a significantly higher ABV than 80 proof.
This week we sit down with SGT Hill of the Deer Park Police department and 2 test...
2019-12-061h 05
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartBourbon Pursuit's Fred Minnick and Ryan Cecil discuss how Kenny Coleman is holding them back.This week I sit down with Author, Veteran, Chief Editor of Bourbon + Magazine and Future Bourbon Hall of Famer Fred Minnick as well as one of his co-hosts on Bourbon Pursuit, The People's champ and Part time John Wick impersonator, Ryan Cecil.
We were welcomed with open arms by my favorite distillery in Lousiville, Copper and Kings and owner Joe Heron on the cusp of a massive gathering of Spirits Authors, Bookstock.
We discuss the origins of one of the most recognizable Bourbon Podcasts out there, Bourbon Pursuit as well as the regrets behind one of t...
2019-11-291h 14
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 92 Gary Owen. Spite them all.This week I am honored to sit down with long time comedian Gary Owen.
Gary has been in movie after movie on top of touring the country and filming comedy specials.
One of the most celebrated crossover acts in the country and we talk everything from Marriage to Comedy Beefs.
You can check out Gary's podcast #GetSome and his latest comedy special #DoinWhatIDo
Check out his tour dates at GaryOwen.com
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2019-11-221h 03
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 91 The Man who single-handedly changed Blended Whisky; John Glaser of CompassboxEvery once in awhile we get to sit down with people who have truly become legends.
John Glaser has without a doubt changed the face of Whisky for the better.
His impact on Whisky is undeniable and truly fantastic.
Today I sit down with John and Kerrin Egalka of Compassbox to talk about a brand that is directly responsible for changing the global perception of the Blended Whiskey Category.
We dig deep into their latest Myths and Legends lineup to find out what it truly means to be Compassbox.
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2019-11-151h 05
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartThe Oldest Whiskey distillery in the world. Let's Talk Bushmills.I had the extreme pleasure of getting to sit down with the face of Bushmills, an Irishman with more charisma than an SNL Sketch with Alec Baldwin, Jack Ferris.
We sit down and taste through the core line of a classic Irish Single malt that has been distilling whiskey for longer than anyone else in the world.
I have often mentioned my appreciation for Bushmills and how I don't think they get quite the buzz they deserve in some circles. It was an honor and a pleasure.
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2019-11-081h 00
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartCome and Take it comedy festival with Andrew Youngblood and Dusti RhodesThis week we open some dusty bourbon to discuss with Andrew Youngblood and Dusti Rhodes the upcoming comedy festival happening in Houston Next week.
The Come and Take it comedy festival is coming next week in Houston and we can't wait!
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2019-11-011h 01
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartA Duel to the death at High Noon with Chris from High West.This week we mosey on down to the Ol' Saloon at pour up some High West Whiskey.
We sit down with Chris Furtado of High West and break into their entire lineup and end with this years release of Mid Winters Night Dram.
We discuss the new investment into Nelson'd Greenbrier and even get to try a little.
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2019-10-251h 05Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartTruth or Drink: A game with Mike Salopek and Todd GrubeThis week we have a good old fashioned bottle share with good friends, Mike Salopek and Todd Grube and we play a bit of a drinking game.
The boys round up a couple of honest but hard to answer questions and I can either drink, or answer honestly.
Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.
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2019-10-181h 07
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartAlexa Braswell attempts to play Ref: Mike Raymond Stops by.This week I sit down with an early pioneer to the Houston Whiskey Scene, Mike Raymond of Reserve 101 and The Cottonmouth Club.
We go head to head and catch up on the Houston scene and are joined by Alexa Braswell of Le Colonial Bar.
We drink REALLY old scotch and talk about booze!
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2019-10-111h 04
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 85 A Chat with John Witherspoon and Barry LaminackFriday, Boomerang, The Wayans Bros and The Boondocks, Legend in the industry, Mr. John Witherspoon joins me this week to talk about, who else but him!
We talk about the next Friday film and his return to the Boondocks.
We follow it up with Local Sport Radio host and Stand Up Comic, Barry Laminack.
I have been trying to sit down with Barry for months! Excited to finally make it happen.
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2019-10-0559 min
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 84 Comedian Brendan "Big Brown" SchaubOn the cusp of his new international tour, "50 shades of Brown", This week I sit down with the incredibly funny, Persian Night club owner and future CTE candidate, Brendan "Big Brown" Schaub.
This Whiskey Loving former UFC Heavyweight is on a tear through the Bayou city and I was lucky enough to sit down to discuss Whiskey.
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2019-09-261h 14
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 83 The Irish Whisky that Rock built. A discussion with Alex ConynghamThis week I sit down with the Rockstar that is, Alexander Conyngham, His families 300 year legacy in Ireland at Slane castle turned Rock venue and the next step in the families legacy, Slane Irish Whiskey.
We have a few drinks and talk about the incredible history behind the name.
Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.
Terlato Distell Artisan Spirits, Leader in premium artisan products like Bunnahabhain, Deanston, Ledaig/ Tobermory, Bains, Black Bottle and Scottish Leader.
2019-09-2059 min
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartA couple of Stand-up Standups: A conversation with Brad Gray and Dusti RhodesThe week following my first ever open Mic- I sit down with a couple of Local Standups for drinks and discussion around booze and Jokes.
Dusti Rhodes and Brad Gray join me and a close friend David Zucca.
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2019-09-131h 14
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 81 Houston Mayoral Candidate: Tony BuzbeeThis week we break the only rule we have had ever.... No Politics.
We sit down with who may very well be Houston's Next Mayor, Tony Buzbee.
A man who has made a massive career on not only making right some horrible wrongs but to fix them permanently.
We sit down to discuss what he wants to do to fix this cities issues.
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2019-09-061h 06
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 80 Heaven's Door and the subject of Celebrity Endorsed Spirits, With Ryan Perry and Jordan DavisThe subject of Celebrity endorsed spirits has come up often and usually incites a hesitance in the experienced drinker.
Heavens door is not like your typical celebrity endorsed spirit and that is because of people like Ryan Perry.
This week I sit down with Ryan Perry and Jordan Davis and we discuss the Bob Dylan inspired partnership that introduced the world to a new possibility..... a celebrity endorsed product that DOESN'T suck.
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2019-08-301h 05
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartBourbon Legend, Al Young and that other guy.Four Rose Ambassador and Bourbon Legend, Al Young drops in to Houston this week and we share a few drinks. We are also joined by the local legend himself, Nicholas Talamantes.
I often try and get juicy bits out of the guests and for once, Al let's us in on something pretty interesting.
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2019-08-231h 08
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartAlexandre Gabriel: A Town Hall Q&A with the French Renegade and Russell Thoede.This week we go live and in person at Lei Low bar in Houston Texas.
One of the most beloved rum bars in the city and sit down, Town Hall style, with Russell Thoede and the French Renegade, Maison Ferrand's Alexandre Gabriel to discuss the Recent Rum Controversies happening in the Rum World.
A in person Q&A from the audience to try and understand Alexandre and his stance on Dosage and the GI.
It was a great conversation and we are beyond excited for this to finally air!
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2019-08-161h 45
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartSmooth Ambler's John Little.Our final Tales week interview is with the incredible, John Little.
John Little and Smooth Ambler has been making waves for years in the bourbon scene.
We are joined by Wade Woodard and Todd Grube.
We talk about the recent price increase, their rise to fame and just about everything else I have ever wanted to ask the man.
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2019-08-091h 00
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartBonus Episode with Mad Tv's Aries Spears and Andy SteinbergThis week we have a Bonus episode with Comedian Aries Spears. This one is a doozy with a lot of new big words being said on the show.
Enjoy!
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This week’s episode is ALSO brought to you by Belle Meade Bourbon. Aged to perfection, Belle Mea...
2019-08-0341 min
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartWhiskey Neat Ep 75 The Black Bourbon Society, with Samara Rivers and Armond DavisThis week I sit down with Armond Davis and Samara B Rivers, Co-Hosts of Bonded in Bourbon and Samara is the founder of the Black Bourbon Society.
We discuss the lack of healthy attention from the liquor industry for decades towards People of Color and how it was time for a much needed change.
The Black Bourbon Society brings together African American Bourbon enthusiasts from across the United States. Through their platforms and events; they encourage members to enjoy good bourbon, network with like-minded bourbon lovers, and learn more about America’s Native Spirit. Everyone is welc...
2019-08-021h 09
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartWhiskey Neat Ep 74 Kate Perry and Richard Seale; Rum Diaries.There has been an explosion of Rum awareness in the last few years and with that comes an uprising in the demand of strict protections of an extremely old and traditionally ignored regulatory category. Rum.
This week I sit down at Tales of the Cocktail with the incredible Kate Perry, of La Maison & Velier(@wheninrhum) and Foursquare's Richard Seale to discuss.
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2019-07-262h 03
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp. 73 The biggest distillery west of the Mississippi; Gulf Coast DistillersSince 2016, Houston has been low key hiding the biggest distillery west of the Mississippi. Gulf Coast distillers has invested more money in two years in their distillery than you can possibly imagine.
3 Pot stills, 2 massive columns, 6 40k Gallon fermenters, the list goes on and on.
We sit down this week with Hermen Key from GUlf Coast distillery and Todd Grube returns to talk Texas Whiskey.
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2019-07-1954 min
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 72 Occipital Release with Ian, Cruze and Jeremiah!Snobbery is commonplace in all hobbies and this week I sit down with Ian and Cruze of Smokin' and Toastin' and are FINALLY joined by Jeremiah at Stogies in Houston to discuss.
A great time was had by all.
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This week’s episode is ALSO brought to...
2019-07-121h 10
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartWhiskey Neat Ep 71 Master Distiller Harlen WheatleyThis week host, Kristopher Hart sits down with The Master Distiller of Buffalo Trace and the Texas State manager for Sazerac Brands, Tyler Fraser.
We talk about his new Project, Wheatley Vodka, Barrel Picks and whether or not the other Blantons offerings will ever make it stateside. . . His answer will surprise you.
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2019-07-051h 04
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartWhiskey Neat Ep 70 The Life of Dolph LundgrenThis week I sit down with Film star and Hollywood Legend, Dolph Lundgren.
Producer Jack and I make the trip out to San Antonio to interview someone I have always been a huge fan of and It could not have gone any better.
We talk about his time as a youth and recovering from Child Abuse to his Divorce and return to the spotlight in his breakout role as Ivan Drago in the latest Creed film.
He is great and we absolutely loved it.
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2019-06-281h 21
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 69 Just a couple of friends in Waco sharing a pour at Balcones.This week I hit the road to Waco to sit down with two friends who just so happen to be in the distilling business.
I am joined by Balcones head distiller, and Baldur look-alike, Jared Himstedt and my brother from another mother Robert Likarish of Ironroot Republic.
We talk for over two hours, sharing pours from our own collections and a few things special Balcones is working on.
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2019-06-212h 03
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 68 Ilegal Mezcal, a touch of Sotol and a little BuieLet's talk about Mezcal. A fantastic spirit with a storied history and I am a fan!
This week I sit down with Racheal Buie of Ilegal Mezcal to talk about one of my favorite Spirits from Mexico. We dabble in Sotol and talk briefly about a topic I would love to discuss on the show, Cultural Appropriation.
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2019-06-141h 03
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 67 A scenario in which a Tennessee Whiskey isn't a bourbon, with Chris FletcherOn our second stop in Nashville we sit down with Chris Fletcher, Assistant Master distiller at Jack Daniels and discuss the scenario in which a Tennessee Whiskey does NOT qualify as a bourbon.
This is NOT another discussion about Jack Daniels being a bourbon or not but more so the history behind the brand as well as a Tennessee State law that overlooks additives.
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Leader in premium...
2019-06-071h 05
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 66 Charlie Nelson had a destiny and there was no stopping it.This week we travel to Nashville and sit down with Charlie Nelson of Nelson Greenbrier Distillery.
His family history in distilling is one helluva a story to be told.
We are joined by Chris Jones and Sean Hendry to share a few drams and talk about the direction the brand is heading.
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2019-05-311h 12
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 65 Social Media: The new age of brand buildingThis week we are re-joined by Todd Grube and Chris Morris.
Chris is a long time industry barman who carries insight from the bar perspective on the tried and true method of brand building: On premise.
We recently got into an online argument over this and decided we should sit down and discuss.
Some of The industry has always believed : Brands are built on premise.
Other don't necessarily think that's the only way, myself included.
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2019-05-241h 25
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 64 Brent Elliott and the Fourth RoseThis week we film our first off site episode with Brent Elliott, Master distiller of Four Roses and Local Hero, Nicholas Talamantes.
We talk about the addition of the newest item in their core range and the impact the brand has has the last few year in American Bourbon.
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2019-05-171h 03
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp. 63 The Evil Empire, or are they?This week I sit down with the Executive Director of the TABC to discuss why everyone hates their faces.
The question is simply, are they really the ones to blame.
General Bentley Nettles comes in and explains the organization is not the rule maker but rather the enforcer and offers up information on how you as the consumer and license holders can change regulation.
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2019-05-1052 min
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 62 Aggressive beer pouring and how everyone else is wrong.A lot has happened the last week or so with TABC in Texas and upcoming regulatory proposals. In our penultimate episode leading up to our interview directly with TABC we sit down with Rassul Zarinfar and Taylor Stephenson of Buffalo Bayou Brewing to discuss the recent changes with beer in Texas and to discuss the right and WRONG way to pour a beer....
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2019-05-031h 12
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEP 61 Michael YO's Homecoming!Today's BONUS episode features Houston Native Stand-up comedian Michael Yo and my friend Theodore Crawford!
Michael Yo, best known for his work on shows like Chelsea Lately, The Wendy Williams Show, The Talk and The Insider on CBS.
His most recent comedy special, “Blasian” details his early life growing up biracial (to a Black father and Korean mother) in Houston. Blasian is available now for home viewing on Amazon Prime.
Michael is also the host of “The Michael Yo Show” on SIRIUS XM’s Entertainment Weekly Radio and breaks down the latest in pop culture...
2019-04-2758 min
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 60 Let's talk about Alcohol Use Disorder with Dr. Verrico and Dr. Shorter from the Baylor College of MedicineThis week I sit down with Dr. Chris Verrico and Dr. Daryl Shorter. Both
Assistant Professors of Psychiatry at Baylor College of Medicine.
They are currently working on a couple of Alcohol use Studies and I thought this was a perfect opportunity to sit down and discuss the other side of this hobby.
Fun times were had by all.
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2019-04-261h 05
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 59 A Hot Mess with Justin Burrow and Greg DoxakisThis week we sit down with Justin Burrow, a 23 yr Houston Bar Scene vet and Greg Doxakis.
We discuss the origins of Plantation in Houston and the first ever pick done in Texas by Justin. All in all, we taste through a few rums and discuss quite a bit.
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2019-04-191h 03
Smoke Night LIVE - Cigar DojoSmoke Night LIVE with Whiskey Guru Kristopher HartEpisode 192 of Smoke Night LIVE will feature special guest Kristoper Hart. Kris is the host of the popular podcast Whiskey Neat. He is also the man behind Houston Bourbon Society, the largest single market whiskey group in the US and The States largest Whiskey Festival: The Houston Whiskey Social. The Whiskey Neat podcast can be seen on Facebook and heard on ESPN 97.5 FM. Find out everything you ever wanted to know about whiskey but were afraid to ask on this episode of Smoke Night LIVE.
2019-04-131h 07
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 58 A conversation with Morgan Weber and Chris ShepherdThis week I sit down with two Houston Legends, Chris Shepherd and Morgan Weber to discuss the Houston Bourbon Consortium and the birth of the Tejas Kentucky Club.
We dig into the change and a couple of projects being worked on by these two great people... and we do it over a few pours of some vintage bottles.
Fun times were had by all.
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2019-04-121h 06
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 57 Getting Social with Carla Carlton and Ed BleyJust in time for the Houston Whiskey Social, we are joined by the Managing Editor and Bourbon Author, Carla Carlton and Bourbon World Famous, Ed Bley.
We sit down and talk about what they are both working on lately as their world has expanded recently.
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2019-04-051h 09
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartWhiskey Neat Ep. 56 Bourbon Hall of Famer Kathleen DiBennedetto and Steve StanleyBourbon Hall of famer drops in this week, Kathleen DiBenedetto.
drops in on the show this week to talk about the small batch brands that she help build from the ground up.
We are also met by South Texas's own Steve Stanley who helps run the brand in Houston.
Absolutely enjoyed the interview and the stories.
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2019-03-291h 10
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 55! Bonus Episode!!! TJ Miller and Cash LevyToday I sit down with TJ Miller and Cash Levy of Cashing in with TJ Miller.
TJ Miller is an Actor and Comedian known for such films as Big Hero 6, Ready Player One and Dead Pool.
I was honored to walk them through so old whiskies going back to pre-WWII and he introduced me to a Non Alcoholic Distilled Beverage….Seedlip.
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2019-03-241h 31
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 54 Pinhooking with Sean Josephs and Bad Wine Reviews, Darryl BowmanThis week we do our first ever, On air Barrel selection for the show. A cask Strength Single barrel, Unfiltered Rye from Pinhook.
I am joined by Sean Josephs, Founder of Pinhook Whiskey where we discuss the history behind the brand.
He was also nice enough to bring us some single barrel samples for us to choose from and of course, my garbage palate couldn’t do this alone so I am also joined by Darryl Bowman of Bad Wine Reviews to help decide.
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2019-03-221h 14
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 53 O'everyone is Irish on St. Paddy's Day.This week we sit down with Donna Stewart, The incredibly awesome, Irish Face of Tullamore Dew in the US and Cheryl Gibbs (@Cherdrinksthings) The Face of Tullamore Dew in Houston.
We sit down and talk about the new campaign of Tullamore Dew this St. Paddy's day. "O'Everyone" is a reminder that the blending of cultures, thoughts and Ideas make the world a far more interesting place.
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2019-03-151h 01
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartAnniversary Show! Ep 52 Who is Sarah Troxell?Local Bar Phenom Sarah Troxell is a Houston Bar Industry wunderkind and is beloved by many all while competing for charity,
Recently dominating Regional championships in the Nation Wide Speed Rack Competition.
We are rejoined by Elyse Blechman of The Macallan and we discuss what it's like being a woman in a predominately male dominated hobby after being criticized on another Whiskey Show recently.
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2019-03-081h 06
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 51 Wrestling with Matt Rehwoldt and his love for Whiskey.This week I sit down with Brandon Strange, Head of Digital at Gow Media and WWE Superstar Matt Rehwoldt, AKA Aiden English.
Matt runs a whiskey themed IG account called @WrestlingWithWhiskey and is a big fan of the hobby.
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2019-03-011h 49
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 50 The story of Christopher Ware and return of Mike SalopekThis week we tell the story of Chris Ware and his new brands Seersucker. We are re-joined by good friend Mike Salopek of NASA.
Years ago before the barrel craze Chris was buying Wild Turkey barrels as fast as possible and they ended up all over the state.
We hear the back story on this and walk through a few gins while we are at it.
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2019-02-221h 26
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 49 Scotch Brand Ambassador for Tobermory, Ledaig, Deanston and Bunnahabhain.This week we go back to some early roots for me. Scotch… and on top of that I have been dying to sit down with Averon Edwards from Terlato and Distell and Andrew Raeburn. National ambassador.
All new limited offerings from Tobermory, Ledaig, Deanston and Bunnahabhain.
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2019-02-151h 10
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 48 Starting a distillery from scratch. Easy Peasy.How much do you need to start a distillery? William Price Distilling is in the House and we dive deep!
This week I sit down with two long time friends Zachary Hiller and Bryan Clary of William Price distilling.
A young upstart in the Houston area trying to get up off the ground with a little more than usual. Whiskey Neat is a podcast and Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston.
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2019-02-081h 06
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 47 In defense of Distributors- Buffalo Bayou Brewing and Whitmeyer's distillingThis week I sit down with long time friends Rassul Zarinfar, Founder of Buffalo Bayou brewing and Travis Whitmeyer of Whitmeyer distilling here in Houston Texas.
These two have been doing their part to shape the beer and whiskey scene in Houston for a long time and have done a pretty damn good job of it.
We discuss the fight between the distributing tier and pretty much everyone else and it was a great discussion.
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2019-02-011h 22
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 46 The Devil's River Destructive Debacle Discussion Delicately Dealt with Despite Delay, Decisively!A couple months ago, an ongoing issue that kept rearing its head in a local group that had a State wide impact, led to a fantastic phone call with the head of Devil's River Whiskey, Mike Cameron.
Devil's River Bourbon, a brand who prides itself on being from Texas, was at the center of a controversy surrounding their government approved labels and what was actually on the bottle.
Questions arose around whether or not the brand was manipulating the consumer and even the host of this very show was not happy with them.
...
2019-01-241h 12
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 45 A discussion between childhood friends over Whiskey...This morning we sit down with Ayman Najjar and Elias Haidamous.
Childhood friends and longtime lovers of brown water.
Ayman owns M&R liquor here in Houston and is simply one of the nicest guys to ever sit behind a counter.
This week we simply have drinks and talk about their history in the hobby.
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2019-01-181h 10
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 44 The Return of Colonel Tabor and The Great Shawn JacksonThis week we welcome back a long time friend, often mentor, J Evans Tabor and frequent and insightful guest Shawn Jackson.
We also welcome two brand new sponsors, Highland Park and The Macallan!
Today we discuss everything from the new pricing structure for Weller Products, the new Canadian Ryes we selected, and Shawn being a huge meanie towards The Colonel.
Very very exciting and lots of new things coming to the show.
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2019-01-111h 06
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 43 Bacardi Legacy with Duane, Zach and Ready Room's Peter CliftonThis week I am joined by Duane Fernandez and Peter Clifton as well as the only finalist from Texas for Bacardi Legacy, Zachary Churbock.
I had been wanting to get Duane on for awhile and basically every person in this episode was brought up in LAST weeks episode.
Even though Duane represents Bacardi for Texas we had a very relaxed conversation that became infinitely more so after the first hour.
Great group of guys and I enjoyed the conversation about what brands like Bacardi do that go above and beyond Rum itself.
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2019-01-041h 05
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 42 Today we are joined by the group before "groups"; The USBGToday we are joined by the President and Vice President of the Houston Chapter USBG; Robby Cook and Nathan Reffell.
The United States Bartenders Guild has been bringing both industry and non industry together for well over a decade, Long before the FB group whiskey BOOM!
We talk about all things past and present in the Bar Scene in Houston and the episode almost doubles in length for the podcast portion to spend some time really talking about the heroes of the Cocktail and bar scene in Houston.
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2018-12-281h 49
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 41 The Houston Bourbon Society talks about Barrel PicksThis week we are recuperating from a hectic visit to Bourbon Country.
I took a group of guys up to the mother land to help pick out 4 barrels for our Whiskey event and the Houston Bourbon Society. . . We ended up with 8.
It was a phenomenal time packed with the every increasing hospitality that Louisville has for its Whiskey Following.
We traveled with Brook Todd, Todd Grube, Adrian Pringle and Mike Salopek but were only able to be joined by Todd and Mike for this weeks episode.
We discuss the lies tied...
2018-12-221h 08
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 40 My love for Will Schragis and how he betrayed me.They say, if you love something, let it go and if he comes back on the show…it was meant to be.
Will Schragis joins me BACK on the show to discuss the new Barrell Craft Spirits line and their new 15 yr old Bourbon and 25 yr old Whiskey.
We sit down and discuss the new stuff that has just hit the Texas Market and Will pushes our friendship to the limit by tricking me into drinking flavored Vodka on the show.
I'm not mad, but I did have to block him on Facebook....
2018-12-141h 04
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 39 Valley of the Deer, with Dave Allardice and Danielle Story.This week we FINALLY sit down with Dave Allardice and Danielle story of Glenfiddich.
I have been working with these two people for the past 4 years on all things Glenfiddich related in Houston.
We sit down to discuss Fire and Cane, a new single malt from Glenfiddich's experimental series.
A peated single malt finished in rum barrels at a sub $50 price. Outstanding.
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2018-12-081h 03
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 38 The Spirit of Maryland, Sagamore Spirit Rye with Brian TreacyThis week we talk to Brian Treacy, the President of Sagamore Spirit Rye Whiskey and bring back on Shawn Jackson from Bourbon and Banter, Houston Bourbon Society, Bourbon Hounds of Houston and just about every other Whiskey related group in Houston.
We discuss the history behind the brand as well as the history of Rye in Maryland.
This was an easy sipping episode with a nice breakdown of each of their current bottlings available.
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2018-11-3058 min
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 37 Making your Mark, with Bill Samuels Jr.This week I sit down with Bill Samuels Jr and Frank Fernandez of Maker's Mark.
We discuss his storied past that has taken him from driver of Colonel Sanders to Nasa, to head of Maker's Mark.
Bourbon Hall of fame inductee Bill Samuels was an absolute treat.
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2018-11-2356 min
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 36 Getting to the Root of things, with Robert Likarish of IronRoot RepublicThis week we welcome real life friends of mine, Robert Likarish of IronRoot Republic Distilling and Matthew Walt of the Houston Bourbon Society.
Robert and his family started IronRoot Distilling in Denison Texas a few years back and have been blazing a path through the state with their products.
Ever evolving and diligently trying to solve the great Texas Whiskey conundrum.
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2018-11-161h 04
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 35 The Japanese and Irish....Worlds apart with Gary ClarkThis week I sit with my good friend Gary Clark of Clark Liquor Brokerage here in Texas.
We work our way through a couple of highlights in his portfolio.
The KAIYo, Japanese Whisky as well as Kilchoman. The first new distillery on Islay in over 100 yrs.
We address the controversy around Japanese whisky and why a lot of it, is not just black and white.
We jump all over Kilchoman, a distillery I love, and all in all, just have good discussion.
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2018-11-091h 08
Whiskey Neat with Kristopher HartEp 34 Double Trouble from across the pond and the re-release of Glendronach 15This week we get a quick visit with one of my Favorite Global brand ambassadors, Stewart Buchanan to discuss the re-release of Glendronach 15, the wide release of Benriach 12, and for the first time, a 2nd guest drops in to discuss a Welsh single malt Whisky.
Long time friend, Gary Clark drops in to discuss Penderyn single malt.
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2018-11-0257 min
Smokin' & Toastin'EP 40: YWante Curry and Kristopher Hart w the 2nd Annual Houston Whiskey SocialEP 40: YWante Curry and Kristopher Hart w the 2nd Annual Houston Whiskey Social by Smokin' & Toastin'
2017-05-1100 min