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Bourbon Barrel Talk

Bourbon Barrel Talk is a conversation based podcast that focuses on the spirits industry, primarily bourbon. We love to have conversations with distillers, distilleries and friends and find out what they love about bourbon and other spirits.

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20:24

BBT - Jack Daniels Review 10yr Batch 5, 12yr Batch 4...

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2026/05/17

The crew reviews the most recent releases from Jack Daniels the 10yr Batch 5, 12yr Batch 4 and 14yr Batch 2. These were better than last years release and a different profile than I expect from JD, especially the 12 yr. Let us know your thoughts.

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21:07

BBT - The Brown Forman Sell

Bourbon Barrel Talk ·

2026/05/10

Scott and Jonny sit down and discuss the Brown Forman Sale. The two front runners Sazerac and Pernod Ricard. How it impacts the market and the brand. We also speculate who may be the best fit. *** This episode was recorded prior to Sazerac's recent offer to merge. ***

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53:07

BBT - Big 400th Epi

Bourbon Barrel Talk ·

2026/05/03

The crew celebrates our 400 episode. We discuss some of our favorite moments and look to the future or our ragtag group.

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18:33

BBT - High West Bourye 26A21 Review

Bourbon Barrel Talk ·

2026/04/26

Today Johnny and Scott review the latest High West Bourye 26A21 release. This annual, limited-edition favorite (with a true cult following) showcases a distinctive, premium blend of rich bourbon and rye whiskeys, resulting in an exceptional sipping experience. This year’s release delivers an elevated ABV of 50.5%, along with bold notes.

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24:58

BBT - Bourbon Bubble

Bourbon Barrel Talk ·

2026/04/19

Scott, Brian, Toby and Jared discuss the bourbon bubble. What is the impact of shutdowns at Beam, MGP’s Kentucky distilleries, and Green River? What will this affect? How will it affect the market, and who will be affected the most? Will it be better for the NDP's or hurt them?

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74:21

BBT - Chattanooga Whiskey Tim Piersant

Bourbon Barrel Talk ·

2026/04/12

The crew sits down and interviews Chattanooga Whiskey's Founder and CEO Tim Piersant. Tim tells us about the transition from sourcing MGP to becoming the 2026 Craft Distillery of the Year.

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25:14

BBT - 13th Colony 113 Proof Maple and Cask Strength...

Bourbon Barrel Talk ·

2026/04/05

The crew discusses the most recent 13th Colony 113 Proof Maple and Cask Strength. All sourced MGP they are finished with maple spirals.

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21:28

BBT - Starlight Repeal Day Blake and Ted Picks

Bourbon Barrel Talk ·

2026/03/29

The crew reviews the Starlight Repeal Day Blake and Ted Picks. While the gents from Starlight continue to put out great stuff there is very little that creates FOMO like Repeal Day. This episode really dives into these two barrels and what makes Blake and Ted unique.

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48:20

BBT - Vintage Airplane Bottles with Bourbon Boyz

Bourbon Barrel Talk ·

2026/03/22

The crew reviewed vintage airplane bottles with Chad from Bourbon Boyz in this crossover. Val was an extra voice that brought perspective from the industry.

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66:55

BBT - Interview with Master Distiller Ian Stirsman of...

Bourbon Barrel Talk ·

2026/03/15

Scott and the crew have a great conversation with Master Distiller Ian Stirsman of Ross & Squibb / MGP Distillery. We discussed recent and upcoming releases (Master Distiller Experimental Series No. 2). There upcoming new single barrel program and much more. It was fun listening to his use of LBSV and LESV to discribe mashbills. Just a small reminder where Four Roses came from.

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69:23

BBT - Barrel Picks and the Industry with Bourbon Boyz...

Bourbon Barrel Talk ·

2026/03/08

In a quasi crossover episode, the crew discusses with Chad and Val barrel picks and other things happening in that part of our industry. Chad runs Mythical one of the larger pick groups in the Midwest. Val has worked with multiple brands, Smooth Ambler, Castle and Key and Jeptha Creed.

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64:57

BBT - The Blending House with Ashley Barnes and Matt...

Bourbon Barrel Talk ·

2026/03/01

Brian and Scott take a visit to the Blending House and have a conversation with Master Blender Ashley Barnes and Director of Operations Matt King.The Blending House serves as a centralized production hub designed specifically to optimize operations for spirits brands of all sizes. It is home to a 30,000 square foot state-of-the-art blending and bottling facility and seven cutting-edge K-RAX® rickhouses. Whether you are launching, scaling, restructuring, or refining your operations, The Blending

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20:01

BBT - Wheated Whiskey (Starlight) vs Wheated Bourbon...

Bourbon Barrel Talk ·

2026/02/22

The crew discussed the difference between and reviewed Wheated Whiskey (Starlight) vs Wheated Bourbon (Larceny BP). The Starlight Whiskey was from their recent Repeal Day, while the Larceny Barrel Proof was batch B525.

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14:20

BBT - Distillery 291 HR Review

Bourbon Barrel Talk ·

2026/02/15

The crew releases a more recent review from the folks at 291. Michael is doing some cool and unique things in Colorado, this is a discussion about one of their releases that was a good mistake. The 291 HR was an accidental double dump of their rye into this batch. The result you have to listen to hear.

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22:16

BBT - High West Cask Strength Review

Bourbon Barrel Talk ·

2026/02/08

The crew sits down and reviews High West' most recent release the Cask Strength. Bottled in late 2025, released in January, this pour brings a variety of bourbons to the table with it's super unique blend. 3 Kentucky bourbons, an Indiana one and a Tennessee one.

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25:45

BBT - Fresh Victor Episode 2

Bourbon Barrel Talk ·

2026/02/01

The crew went off book and reviewed our latest mail call Fresh Victor. It's a line of premium mixers for easy cocktails and mocktails too. In the second episode of this 2 part series, we indulged on the ones we thought that should be made as suggested. Three Citrus & Mint Leaf, Cucumber & Lime, Cactus Pear & Pomegranate, Jalapeño & Lime and Grapefruit & Sea Salt. If you want to try these, for 20% discount use a special code for our audience: BARREL20

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19:27

BBT - Fresh Victor Cocktail Review.

Bourbon Barrel Talk ·

2026/01/25

The fellas went off book and reviewed our latest mail call Fresh Victor. It's a line of premium mixers for easy cocktails and mocktails too. In the first episode of this 2 part series, we indulged on the ones we thought that would stand up to bourbon. Strawberry & Lemon, Lemon Sour (whiskey sour), Pineapple & Ginger Root, and Mexican Lime Agave. If you want to try these, for a 20% discount use a special code for our audience: BARREL20

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14:45

BBT - Old Forge Whiskey Review

Bourbon Barrel Talk ·

2026/01/18

The crew sits down and reviews Old Forge's whiskey. This bottle was a blend of bourbon and neutral grain spirits. While youthful, it has some qualities that some folks might find appealing.

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36:09

BBT - Starlight Repeal 2025 Release Review

Bourbon Barrel Talk ·

2026/01/11

The crew sits down and discusses the two most recent Family Estate Bourbon and Ryes from Repeal Day. The Bourbon Barrel 15225 and the Rye 16140 are long awaited by many. We talk about these previous 16 series bottles and how they have usually been excellent.

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60:25

BBT - The 6 Year Birthiversary

Bourbon Barrel Talk ·

2026/01/04

The crew sits down and discusses their favorite tours, interviews, bottles and things from this past year. The highlights were too many to count. From virtual conversations with High West, Film Land and Blind Barrels to distillery visits at West Fork, Casey Jones and Makers Mark.

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