The Whiskey Trip - Season 2, Episode 53 - 2024 Distillery and Whiskey of the Year

The Bourbon Life

This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief wraps up 2024 in grand fashion by announcing his Distillery of the Year and Whiskey of the Year. Joining him for this special episode are his old friend Steve Johnson, Jim Hough from Liberty Pole Spirits, and Mark McLaughlin from Old Line Spirits.

In the first half, Big Chief and Steve savor a Wheated Bourbon and a Rye Whiskey from Liberty Pole Spirits in Washington, Pennsylvania, as he names it The Whiskey Trip Podcast’s 2024 Distillery of the Year. Big Chief shares with Jim—and the listeners—why this outstanding craft distillery earned the top honor.

In the second half, the focus shifts to Old Line Spirits as Big Chief and Steve sip on the Old Line American Single Malt Navy Strength (114 proof). Big Chief announces this exceptional pour as The Whiskey Trip Podcast’s 2024 Whiskey of the Year and explains to Mark why it stood out. The show concludes with the veterans raising a glass of Old Line American Single Malt Cask Strength to toast an incredible year.

2024 has been a year of adventure, excitement, and unforgettable moments. Here’s to another amazing journey on The Whiskey Trip! Cheers!

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