The Bourbon Life

The Bourbon Life
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  1. 2 HR AGO

    The Whiskey Trip - Season 2, Episode 48 - John Evans, Owner, Founder, & Distiller - Wilson Valley Mercantile

    This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief hits The Texas Whiskey Trail and travels to Central Texas, visiting John Evans—Owner, Founder, and Distiller at Wilson Valley Mercantile, a true farm-to-glass distillery. Established in 1867, the Evans Ranch embraces a “seed-to-sip” philosophy, growing all its grains on-site. In 2022, John decided to transform his corn harvest into spirits, creating a new chapter for the family farm. The episode kicks off with their Texas Three Way Whiskey, crafted with a mash bill of 51% corn, 34% wheat, and 15% oats. This whiskey delivers a honey-butter sweetness that coats the palate, finishing with a touch of barrel spice. Next, they sample the Texas Notch Bourbon, which shares the same mash bill but uses a different yeast strain, reducing the sweetness while adding spice for a longer finish. In the second half, John introduces their Texas Bloody Butcher Corn Bourbon, featuring a rich, dusty nose and notes of popcorn ball and Cairo corn syrup that linger on the palate—a true nod to heritage corn whiskey. To wrap things up, they taste the Wilson Valley Rye, made with 51% rye, 34% corn, and 15% oats. This “bourbon drinker’s rye” offers unique flavors of black licorice and root beer, making it the perfect whiskey for breakfast. It’s always inspiring to see farmers returning to their roots, distilling their grains to create something extraordinary. Cheers to another unforgettable ride on The Whiskey Trip!

    56 min
  2. 19 NOV

    The Whiskey Trip - Season 2, Epsiode 47 - Kenny Miller, Founder & Owner - The Distillarium

    This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief takes us to the Pacific Northwest to meet Kenny Miller, the Founder and Owner of The Distillarium, a craft distillery nestled in picturesque Yakima, Washington. Known for its rich agricultural heritage, the Yakima Valley provides the perfect backdrop for crafting exceptional spirits with top-tier ingredients. The show kicks off with a tasting of The Distillarium’s Cask Strength Rye Whiskey, boasting a mash bill of 95% rye and 5% malted barley. At 116 proof, this whiskey delivers tart apple pie flavors with a touch of cinnamon spice, making for a bold and flavorful start. Next, they dive into the Cask Strength Triticale Whiskey, featuring a mash bill of 95% triticale and 5% malted barley. Also at 116 proof, this silky-smooth whiskey has Big Chief buzzing with excitement over its unique character and balance. In the second half, Kenny shares their Cask Strength Bourbon Whiskey, crafted with a mash bill of 83% corn, 12% gazelle rye, and 5% malted barley. At 116 proof, this bourbon brings a spicy kick to the glass, rounding out a trio of powerhouse whiskeys. To close the show, Kenny treats Big Chief to their VSOP American Brandy, a refined spirit with notes of crisp green apples, honeysuckle, and crème brûlée. This elegant brandy is the perfect afternoon indulgence, offering a refreshing contrast to the bold whiskeys. Once again, The Whiskey Trip highlights the incredible craftsmanship and distinctive flavors of the Pacific Northwest. Cheers to another unforgettable journey!

    1h 4m
  3. 8 NOV

    Season 5, Episode 45: Carrie Van Winkle Greener, Co-Founder - Pappy & Company

    In this Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast presented by Liquor Barn, Matt and Mark spend some hanging out with Carrie Van Winkle Greener, Co-Founder of Pappy & Company in Louisville, Kentucky. The guys talk with Carrie about what it was like growing up as the great granddaughter of Pappy Van Winkle and the daughter of Julian Van Winkle, III who led the Pappy brand to astounding heights in the Bourbon world, how she and her two sisters came up with the idea to create Pappy & Company while remaining true to the Pappy brand, and all of the amazing Bourbon Lifestyle products that they offer through Pappy & Company. They also taste and review the brand new Ass Pocket Whiskey, the new celebrity Bourbon from American guitarist and songwriter Derek Trucks, and a very special treat – a 16-Yeaer Old Van Winkle Family Reserve Wheated Bourbon that was distilled by Stitzel Weller in 1968. This Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast is presented by Liquor Barn and is also sponsored by Penelope Bourbon, Limestone Farms Bourbon, Old Dominick, Three Chord Bourbon, James E. Pepper Distillery, Pappy & Co, and The Kitchen Table at James B. Beam Distilling Co. Check out all of our amazing sponsors online at:  www.liquorbarn.com  www.penelopebourbon.com www.limestonefarms.com www.olddominick.com              www.threechordbourbon.com www.jamesepepper.com   www.pappyco.com www.visitthekitchentable.com

    1h 10m
  4. 1 NOV

    Season 5, Episode 44 - REMIX - Mike Rowe, Descendant - Knobel Whiskey

    In this REMIX Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast presented by Liquor Barn, Matt and Mark spend some time with the one and only Mike Rowe, Descendant (his title not ours) of Knobel Whiskey. You might recognize Mike from his wildly successful hit TV Show, Dirty Jobs, or his incredible Podcast, The Way I Heard It, or his Best-Selling book of the same name. This Episode originally aired as Episode 210 in February 2024. The guys talk with Mike about his background and growing up just outside of Baltimore, Maryland next door to his Pop, Carl Knobel, who had a huge influence on Mike and for whom the whiskey is named, his foray into the wonderful world of whiskey which was done originally as a fundraiser for his Foundation, mikeroweWORKS, but has grown into an incredibly successful brand featuring four different expressions (with a 5th in the works), as well as what the future of Knobel Whiskey looks like. They also taste and review Knobel Tennessee Straight Rye, Knobel Tennessee Whiskey, Knobel Rickhosue Edition Straight Tennessee Whiskey, and Knobel Barrel Strength Tennessee Whiskey.    This Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast is presented by Liquor Barn and is also sponsored by Penelope Bourbon, Limestone Farms Bourbon, Old Dominick, Three Chord Bourbon, James E. Pepper Distillery, Pappy & Co, and The Kitchen Table at James B. Beam Distilling Co. Check out all of our amazing sponsors online at:  www.liquorbarn.com  www.penelopebourbon.com www.limestonefarms.com www.olddominick.com              www.threechordbourbon.com www.jamesepepper.com   www.pappyco.com www.visitthekitchentable.com

    1h 32m

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