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Australian Bourbon Lovers enjoying one pour at a time, sharing the magic of bourbon whiskey with Australia.

  1. Peerless 10-Year Reveal: A Bourbon Worth the Hype

    1D AGO

    Peerless 10-Year Reveal: A Bourbon Worth the Hype

    Dave n H taste and celebrate the new Peerless 10-year Henry Craver edition, describing its stunning colour, rich mouthfeel and tasting notes like citrus, marmalade, coconut, vanilla and caramel. They discuss the bottle’s limited release, the queue at the distillery, and why this bourbon has a devoted following. The episode also explores Peerless’s craft approach—sweet mash, barrel-proof bottlings and Corky Taylor’s commitment to quality—plus personal anecdotes about sourcing the bottle and why it’s hard to find outside Kentucky.

    11 min
  2. George Remus Bourbon: Great Story and Great Value

    APR 30

    George Remus Bourbon: Great Story and Great Value

    This episode dives into George Remus Straight Bourbon Whiskey — a widely available bottle that seriously overdelivers for the price. We break down: Why MGP whiskey has become so respected What makes this a standout value bottle And the wild story behind George Remus himself From pharmacist to criminal lawyer to “King of the Bootleggers,” Remus’ story is one of the most fascinating in bourbon history — and possibly even inspired The Great Gatsby. A great mix of accessible bourbon, great value, and one hell of a story.   00:00 Introduction to George Remus Bourbon 03:11 The Story Behind George Remus 06:02 The Legacy of Prohibition and Bootlegging 09:13 Tasting Notes and Final Thoughts

    11 min
  3. Drake’s Whiskey? Virginia Black Explained

    APR 23

    Drake’s Whiskey? Virginia Black Explained

    This episode dives into Virginia Black American Whiskey — a bottle backed by Drake that raises more questions than answers. It’s not labelled as bourbon. It’s distilled in Indiana. It’s darker than it should be for its age. So what’s actually going on? We break down: What likely sits behind the liquid (MGP sourcing) Why it doesn’t qualify as bourbon Whether flavouring or finishing is involved And why, despite all that… it’s actually pretty enjoyable This is a great example of judging a bottle too early — and being proven wrong.

    12 min
  4. Our 100th Episode: George T. Stagg & The Journey So Far

    APR 16

    Our 100th Episode: George T. Stagg & The Journey So Far

    To celebrate 100 episodes, we finally open one of the most hyped bourbons in the world — George T. Stagg from the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection. At 135 proof and uncut, it’s everything you’d expect… and more. But this episode goes beyond the pour. We reflect on: Our favourite moments from the podcast The incredible people we’ve met along the way What surprised us most about the bourbon industry And why we feel like we’re only just getting started This is part celebration, part reflection, and part appreciation for the journey so far.

    11 min
  5. Elijah Craig Straight Rye: A Perfect Gateway Into Rye Whiskey

    APR 9

    Elijah Craig Straight Rye: A Perfect Gateway Into Rye Whiskey

    This episode dives into Elijah Craig Kentucky Straight Rye — and the surprisingly confusing world of what “straight rye” actually means. We break down the legal definition, taste profile, and why this particular rye is so approachable — especially for bourbon drinkers who aren’t usually fans of rye. Along the way, we explore: What “barely legal rye” means Why rye can feel spicy or aggressive How mash bill changes flavour dramatically And why your taste in whiskey evolves over time If you’ve ever struggled with rye… this is the episode that might change your mind.

    11 min
  6. Peerless Double Oaked Bourbon and the Perfect Distillery Experience

    APR 2

    Peerless Double Oaked Bourbon and the Perfect Distillery Experience

    This episode starts with a long-awaited moment. We finally open a Peerless Double Oaked Bourbon, a bottle that’s been sitting on the shelf for a while, signed at the Kentucky Bourbon Festival and calling out to be opened. We talk through what makes Peerless different as a distillery, including their sweet mash process, barrel-proof approach, and double oaked finishing. The result is a rich, dessert-like bourbon that easily stands alongside some of the best double oaked expressions out there. From there, the conversation shifts. We discuss a creator attempting to visit every stop on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail and ask whether it’s actually possible to have a “bad” distillery experience. It leads to a surprisingly hard question: What’s the least impressive distillery experience we’ve had? And even then, the answer isn’t straightforward. This episode is about great bourbon, memorable experiences, and why some distilleries, like Peerless, are worth going back to again and again. Podcast chapters 00:00 Opening the bottle 00:45 What is Peerless Double Oaked 01:45 How Peerless is different 03:00 Colour and nose 04:15 First taste reactions 05:30 Why we opened it now 06:30 Bourbon trail creator discussion 08:00 Can you have a bad distillery 09:30 Least impressive experiences 11:30 Why Peerless stands out 13:00 Going back again 13:30 Wrap and cheers

    14 min
  7. Triple Mash | A New Way to Think About Jack Daniel’s

    MAR 26

    Triple Mash | A New Way to Think About Jack Daniel’s

    This episode is a bit of a reset for us. We’re drinking Jack Daniel’s Triple Mash, a blend of Tennessee whiskey, rye and American malt, and it opens up a conversation we probably should have had earlier. What exactly is a “triple mash”? How does it taste? And how does Tennessee whiskey actually differ from bourbon? We talk through the flavour, which is far more complex than expected, with notes of caramel, cinnamon, fruit and a surprising balance at 50% ABV. From there, it turns into something bigger. Why have we avoided Jack Daniel’s for so long? Is that an Australian thing? And are we missing out on some genuinely great whiskey because of old perceptions? We also dig into the Lincoln County Process, the definition of Tennessee whiskey, and the story behind Jack Daniel’s and Nearest Green, which is one of the most important and increasingly recognised stories in American whiskey. And with an upcoming trip to Lynchburg, there’s more to come. Podcast chapters 00:00 Opening the bottle 00:45 What is Triple Mash 02:00 Nose and first impressions 03:15 Cinnamon and caramel notes 04:30 Palate reaction 05:30 Banana and spice flavours 06:30 Avoiding Jack Daniel’s 07:00 Tennessee whiskey vs bourbon 08:00 Lincoln County Process explained 08:30 Nashville and Lynchburg plans 09:00 The Nearest Green story 09:30 Rethinking Jack Daniel’s

    10 min
  8. Treasure Island Whiskey And The Stories Bottles Carry

    MAR 19

    Treasure Island Whiskey And The Stories Bottles Carry

    This episode is about a whiskey with a story that changed after we bought it. We’re drinking Treecraft Small Batch American Whiskey, picked up directly from a small distillery on Treasure Island in San Francisco Bay. At the time, it stood out because it was local, unusual, beautifully packaged, and worth supporting. It wasn’t a favourite pour then, and it still feels a little young now, but the story behind it has become far more meaningful. Since that visit, Treecraft has shut down. That means this bottle has become something rare: a whiskey from a distillery that no longer exists. We talk through what it tastes like today, why the nose and palate feel so different, whether more barrel time might have changed everything, and why trying and supporting small distilleries is still worth doing, even when the end result isn’t perfect. This one also turns into a broader reflection on the people who take a chance on distilling, the stories they create while they’re doing it, and why some bottles matter for more than just the liquid inside them. Chapters 00:00 No pop and first impressions 00:45 Treecraft Small Batch American Whiskey 01:30 Why it’s not bourbon 02:10 Treasure Island and the distillery visit 03:40 Buying the bottle to support them 05:30 Finding out Treecraft shut down 06:20 Nose vs palate 07:00 Should it have stayed in the barrel longer 07:35 Supporting small distilleries 0:800 Young whiskey and what distillate matters 09:05 Redwood Empire and future trips 09:20 A toast to the people who have a crack

    10 min
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Australian Bourbon Lovers enjoying one pour at a time, sharing the magic of bourbon whiskey with Australia.

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    Aussie Bourbon Lovers
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
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    100
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