Bourbon Matters

For our sixth episode, we discuss different barrel aging processes, which is where whiskey matures and gets its flavor. We then open a Chicagoland release of WhistlePig Piggyback Rye VSOJ barrel. This special release is finished in old whiskey barrels, which was then used to age Revolution VSOJ beer, and then used to finish this WhistlePig Piggyback. If you are a fan of spicy, complex ryes, then this episode is for you!

For our fifth episode, Proof-essor Jake teaches us about the marketplace structure of the bourbon industry. We also discuss different finishing methods for bourbon. We then try two different varieties of Barrell Bourbon. First up is their Cask Strength Bourbon, which is blended with whiskey sourced from Indiana, Tennessee, and Wyoming. The second is a limited release called Armida, which is finished in Brandy Pear casks, Rum casks, and Sicilian Amaro casks. Give it a listen and… shoot ‘em up!

For our fourth episode, Professor Jake takes us back to college as we all enroll in Bourbon 101. We learn about the history of bourbon and go through some of the common terms used in the bourbon world. We then sample Colonel EH. Taylor Single Barrel. After you try it, you are going to want to put a ring on it. Follow @bourbonmatters on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook

For our third episode, we dive into the world of counterfeit bourbons and the risk that comes with buying some of the most sought-after bottles. We then sample The WiseMan bourbon produced by Kentucky Owl. The WiseMan comes with a much lower price point than most Kentucky Owl bottles, but does it come with similar quality? Follow @bourbonmatters on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook

For our second episode we discuss some new bourbon releases by TX and by Yellowstone. We then sample two proofs of Very Old Barton which is distilled at the 1792 distillery in Bardstown. Can a bourbon with a price point of less than $20 really compete with some of the high end bourbons that you commonly see on the top shelf at your local liquor store? Follow @bourbonmatters on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook

In the first episode, we delve into American Highway, an offering from Bardstown Distillery in partnership with country star Brad Paisley. Follow @bourbonmatters on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook