The Dram Dialogues

Jaemasyn & Jordon

We are whiskey enthusiasts who enjoy getting together, online and in person, to enjoy a few drinks, share knowledge, meet new people, and have a great time. Our goal is to bring together individuals who share the same interest in whiskey

Episodes

  1. 11/17/2025

    Whiskey Barrel Weekend Tasting Tour

    Send us a text A great pour doesn’t need a rare sticker or a secondary price tag. We set out to test that idea with a lineup you can actually find: Keeper’s Heart Irish American and Irish Bourbon, Kayo Five Wood from Japan, Hoyser Country Drunken Bean coffee whiskey, plus two reliable liqueurs for dessert cocktails and espresso martinis. Along the way, we lean into a simple buying framework—price, proof, and palate—and challenge the myth that top shelf always means top quality. We start with the approachable side of Irish whiskey, weighing the clean, easy sip of Keeper’s Heart Irish American against the peppery, longer-finishing Irish Bourbon that wins on structure and versatility. From there, we cross the ocean to Kayo Five Wood, a cask-driven Japanese whisky with toasted marshmallow on the nose and a surprising, spicy lift on the tongue. It’s an eye-opener for Highballs and spirit-forward riffs, delivering character without the premium-tax price. Then we pivot to coffee and chocolate. Drunken Bean brings a silky 70-proof punch that turns root beer floats, cream sodas, and after-dinner pours into instant dessert. St. Elder Espresso enters the chat as an espresso martini powerhouse, and Chocolate Deluxe Triple Chocolate adds malted richness and a perfect foam for bar-quality dessert builds at home. Whether you’re stocking a small shelf or curating a cocktail station, these bottles punch far above their cost and make entertaining easier. If you’re tired of chasing unicorns, this tasting is your permission slip to buy smarter. We share honest impressions, practical pairings, and clear winners for sippers, mixers, and crowd-pleasing cocktails you can pour tonight. If you enjoyed this, follow the show, share it with a friend who loves whiskey, and leave a quick review—what under-$50 sleeper should we try next?

    59 min

Ratings & Reviews

5
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3 Ratings

About

We are whiskey enthusiasts who enjoy getting together, online and in person, to enjoy a few drinks, share knowledge, meet new people, and have a great time. Our goal is to bring together individuals who share the same interest in whiskey