The Third Pour

The Doc and Izzy
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The Goal: Pierce the veil of whiskey marketing. The Method: Strict, double-blind evaluation. The Question: Does the price tag match the pour? In a whiskey culture dominated by manufactured status and label-chasing, The Third Pour acts as the ultimate consumer watchdog. Led by "The Doc," our panel strips away the fancy packaging, the artificial hype, and the secondary-market noise to evaluate spirits on merit alone. By putting legendary allocated bottles head-to-head with budget-friendly powerhouses in a blind environment, we consistently prove that great whiskey doesn't require a master's degree in hunting bottles—just a dedication to the craft. Hit subscribe, leave your brand bias at the door, and find out what happens when the labels come off.

  1. 21h ago

    Episode #95 - Is Blue Note Honey Cask Bourbon Hiding flaws? Plus our Elijah Craig Toasted Pic!

    David Hamilton and The Doc sit down after a long week to un-wind, pour some heavy drams, and catch up on where the bourbon hobby is really heading. Part 1: The Hype Check We open with this week's featured fresh crack: Blue Note Honey Bourbon Cask (Unfiltered Cask Strength, wildflower honey barrel finish). We put it straight to the anti-hype test: Is this sweet finish genuinely elevation, or is it just second-tier whiskey using honey to cover up raw youth and structural flaws? Part 2: The Evolution of a Bourbon Whiskey Collector Throughout the evening, the fellas dive deep into the progression every enthusiast experiences: Moving past the entry-level Buffalo Trace phase into craft micro-distilling. The reality of chasing hard-to-get allocated bottles vs. building local liquor store loyalty. Price hikes, secondary market fatigue, and where value actually lives in today’s glass. Part 3: Off Script & Proofed Up Then, David goes completely off script and asks for a surprise second fresh crack—The Third Pour’s very first official barrel pick! We crack open our collaborative Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel Proof Single Barrel (aged almost 10 years, sitting at a warm 122 proof). How does Heaven Hill stock hit when it’s toasted to perfection and uncorked live? With two fresh cracks and plenty of honest banter, this one runs nearly 60 minutes. Grab a favorite bottle, pour a glass or two, and settle in.

  2. 2d ago

    Episode #94 - They Guessed The Bourbon BEFORE Even Tasting It?! | Blind Box Sample #46

    Can you identify a secret bourbon strictly off the nose? Doc just did—and it might be the ultimate blind tasting flex! David Hamilton and Doc return to the studio to lock horns with the infamous Blind Box for Sample #46. Before cracking into the mystery pour, the fellas catch up on the latest bottle hunting adventures, and dive into some pure, unscripted bourbon banter. But once Sample #46 is unboxed and poured into the Glencairns, the mood shifts from casual catching up to pure focus. With expert precision, Doc proves once again why he earned his title. Before a single drop even hits his palate, one deep inhale is all it takes—he nails the exact bottle identity purely on aroma. Was it pure instinct, years of barrel-proof training, or sheer luck? Watch the full breakdown to see the real-time reaction, the tasting notes that backed it up, and whether David agrees with the call! Join the Community & Stay Connected: Join the Facebook Group: Search for "The Third Pour Whiskey Society" on Facebook to join the discussion, post your hunt finds, and guess the blind samples along with us! Subscribe & Share: If you enjoyed the episode, smash the subscribe button, drop a comment with your guess, and share the pour with a fellow whiskey enthusiast. Remember: The best whiskey is the whiskey you like to drink, the way you like to drink it. Cheers!

  3. Nov 6

    Episode #93 - The Whiskey So Good We Shot It Twice | WanderFolk Tallbird Review

    WanderFolk Spirits sent us a media sample of their Tallbird American Whiskey, and we liked the conversation so much… we filmed it twice. When the camera completely lost focus during our original recording, we had two choices: scrap it, or reset the studio and do it right. Naturally, Doc and the team re-racked, poured fresh Glencairns, and shot the entire review again. But because the original banter was too good to leave on the cutting room floor, stay tuned past the main review for exclusive bloopers and raw footage from the lost first take! In this episode, we put WanderFolk’s Guthrie, Oklahoma release through The Third Pour evaluation process to see if this blend of 7-year Kentucky and Tennessee bourbons delivers on flavor or if it’s just hype. In this episode, we cover: The story & craft behind WanderFolk Distillery (Guthrie, OK) Mash bill breakdown and 93-proof flavor profile BONUS: The "Out-of-Focus" Lost Tape footage at the end of the video! Join the Conversation: Have you tried Tallbird or Same Old Moses from WanderFolk? Let us know in the comments below! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and join The Third Pour Whiskey Society on Facebook to participate in upcoming community bottle picks and blind flights. Remember: First pour is curiosity, second pour is conversation, but the third pour is always the truth. Don't Drink The Hype.

    Episode #93 - The Whiskey So Good We Shot It Twice | WanderFolk Tallbird Review

  4. Nov 4

    Episode #92 - Blind Box #14 Showdown: Nailed the Proof, Missed the Top Shelf!

    It’s another blind box battle in studio as David Hamilton joins Doc to tackle Sample #14! The guys go head-to-head on the proof right out of the gate—David hits it dead-on, while Doc overshoots it by 10 to 15 proof points. But when the mystery pour is finally revealed, both are shocked to find out they were sipping on a certified Top Shelf bourbon that neither of them managed to identify! Beyond the blind tasting, the fellas catch up on everything happening in the community: Gentsgiving NWA: Updates on the upcoming charity effort and how to get involved. Wild Turkey Fist Fight: Details on their upcoming live show at The Music Depot. Little Bean Customs & Paws Forward: Doc breaks down a special charity event featuring a custom-engraved bourbon decanter. Grab a glass, settle in for some great whiskey banter, and see if you could have guessed Sample #14! Remember: First pour is curiosity, second pour is conversation, but the third pour is always the truth. Until next time—don't drink the hyp

  5. Oct 30

    Episode #91 - Doc Frankenstein & Igor Izzy pair Halloween candy with Hatfield & Co Frankenwhiskey!

    Halloween has officially descended on the studio, and things are getting wild! Doc Frankenstein and Igor (Izzy) are suited up in full costume to kick off this spooktacular episode with a truly fitting pour: Hatfield & Co’s Frankenwhiskey (2024 Release). Watch as the duo reviews this monstrous whiskey, tests out various Halloween candy pairings to find the ultimate match, and completely derail the show in classic Frankenstein style. The visuals alone make this an episode you don't want to miss! Grab a pour, dump out your trick-or-treat bucket, and let’s see which candy reigns supreme!

  6. Oct 28

    Episode #90 - The Blind Box Pour That Got WORSE With Every Sip... 🤢

    It started with potential... then everything went sideways! 🥃 At first splash, it seems decent enough—maybe even promising. But as the glass opens up and the pours keep flowing, things take a wild turn. The more we drink it, the less we like it! Doc manages to dial in on the exact proof with surgical precision, but when it comes to identifying the actual distillery and bottle? Both of us were left completely stumped. Packed with non-stop banter, real-time blind reactions, and plenty of laughs, this is one milestone episode you don't want to miss. in a Glencairn. Did we hit a hidden gem or a total pour-drainer? Hit play, grab a glass, and let’s find out together!!!

  7. Oct 23

    Episode #89 - A 9-Year Age Statement for $40?! Coppercraft 9 Year Review (ft. David Hamilton)

    What happens when a targeted Facebook ad leads to a 9-year-old straight bourbon for forty bucks? You pour it live and find out! David Hamilton sits in for this fresh crack Friday with The Doc to break down Michigan’s Coppercraft 9 Year Straight Bourbon. Between key tasting notes and proof discussions, the conversation takes a turn into classic barroom philosophy: Is the iconic Old Fashioned officially a cocktail? Pour a dram, let us know your thoughts on Coppercraft in the comments, and tell us where you stand on the Old Fashioned debate!

  8. Oct 21

    Episode #88 - The Bottle That Came Full Circle! Blind Box Sample 4 (ft. David Hamilton)

    Izzy and T are holding down the fort elsewhere this week, so The Doc is bringing in a special guest host: master bourbon hunter David Hamilton! The guys pop open Blind Box Sample #4 for a unfiltered double-blind evaluation. The nose kicks off with distinct Wild Turkey characteristics, but the palate takes an unexpected twist with some serious wine-finish notes. This one is a true full-circle moment—Doc wouldn't even have this bottle in the bunker if it weren't for David’s legendary hunting skills in the first place! Grab a pour, pull up a chair, and join the conversation.

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The Goal: Pierce the veil of whiskey marketing. The Method: Strict, double-blind evaluation. The Question: Does the price tag match the pour? In a whiskey culture dominated by manufactured status and label-chasing, The Third Pour acts as the ultimate consumer watchdog. Led by "The Doc," our panel strips away the fancy packaging, the artificial hype, and the secondary-market noise to evaluate spirits on merit alone. By putting legendary allocated bottles head-to-head with budget-friendly powerhouses in a blind environment, we consistently prove that great whiskey doesn't require a master's degree in hunting bottles—just a dedication to the craft. Hit subscribe, leave your brand bias at the door, and find out what happens when the labels come off.

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  • Creator
    The Doc and Izzy
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    94
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © The Doc and Izzy
  • Show Website
    The Third Pour

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