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Bourbon Showdown Podcast

Bourbon Showdown Podcast

The official podcast of the Bourbon Showdown! Featuring reviews, news, tastings and interviews with the top names in the Bourbon industry. Learn how your favorite bourbons get made as the leaders of the industry walk you through their process. We"ll be talking to Master Distillers, authors, industry insiders and more! A new podcast every week as we do a deep dive on what makes bourbon America"s spirit of choice.

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00:54:36

WhistlePig: The Boss Hog XIII

Bourbon Showdown Podcast ·

2026/10/02

This week on The Bourbon Showdown, Jesse sits down with Mitch Mahar, Head of Whiskey Innovation, and Meghan Ireland, Chief Blender at WhistlePig Whiskey, to dive into the latest chapter of one of the wildest series in American whiskey — The Boss Hog XIII: The Golden Pharaoh.Inspired by an ancient Egyptian recipe for tiger nut cake, The Golden Pharaoh takes WhistlePig rye and finishes it in barrels seasoned with Egyptian black honey and tiger nuts, creating one of the most unusual Boss Hog releases

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00:56:08

Maker's Mark Cellar Aged 2026

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2026/09/29

This week, Jesse sits down with Dr. Blake Layfield, Master Distiller and Head of Innovation & Blending at Maker’s Mark, to dive into the highly anticipated Maker’s Mark Cellar Aged 2026.Blending 11-, 12- and 14-year-old bourbon and bottled at 112.1 proof, cask strength, this release features the oldest whiskey ever used in a Cellar Aged blend.Blake takes us behind the scenes of its creation, how Maker’s Mark pushes bourbon to 14 years without becoming over-oaked, and why their limestone cellar

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01:02:20

AI in Whiskey with Courtney Sandora

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2026/09/04

This week on The Bourbon Showdown, Jesse sits down with Courtney Sandora, Founder of GoSocial and Co-Founder of Bourbon Signals, to explore how AI is changing the way consumers discover, research, and choose bourbon.Courtney takes us inside Bourbon Signals and the fascinating question behind it: When someone asks AI what bourbon to buy, which brands get recommended—and why?We talk about what influences those recommendations, why some bourbon brands are showing up while others are being left out, and

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00:51:31

Ian Stirsman: Remus Lou Gehrig Reserve

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2026/08/28

Remus Lou Gehrig Reserve with Ian Stirsman of Ross & SquibbThis week on The Bourbon Showdown, Jesse sits down with Ian Stirsman of Ross & Squibb Distillery to crack open and drink through the new Remus Lou Gehrig Reserve.Ian takes us behind the bottle to talk about how this special release came together, what makes it different from the rest of the Remus lineup, and the story behind pairing one of baseball’s most legendary names with American whiskey.Then we get down to business and taste

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01:11:09

Widow Jane: Sienna Jevremov/Tequila Ocho

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2026/08/21

This week on The Bourbon Showdown Podcast, Widow Jane is back!Jesse sits down with Sienna Jevremov, Head Distiller at Widow Jane, to talk about one of the distillery’s most exciting releases yet: Widow Jane 10-Year Bourbon finished for eight months in Tequila Ocho casks.Sienna takes us behind the scenes of this unique collaboration and explains what happens when mature bourbon meets the rich, roasted-agave character of Tequila Ocho. We get into how the partnership came together, why tequila and

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01:07:25

John Rempe: Blood Oath Pact 12

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2026/08/14

This week on The Bourbon Showdown, we’re raising a glass with one of the best in the business — Lux Row Master Distiller John Rempe — for a deep dive into the brand-new Blood Oath Pact 12.John takes us behind the scenes of Blood Oath and into the mind of the man who has created every Pact since the beginning. We talk about the challenge of making each release completely unique, how he chooses the whiskies that make the final blend, and what went into creating Pact 12.And, of course, we drink it.John

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01:38:44

The House of Suntory

Bourbon Showdown Podcast ·

2026/08/10

This week on The Bourbon Showdown, Jesse Jones is joined by James Bowker, Global Advocacy Manager for The House of Suntory, for an unforgettable deep dive into the world of Japanese whisky.Whether you're new to Japanese spirits or already a devoted fan, this episode is a true masterclass. James walks us through the fascinating history of whisky in Japan, how it evolved into one of the world's most respected whisky traditions, and the philosophy behind The House of Suntory's iconic

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00:57:54

Lost Lantern: United States of Bourbon

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2026/07/23

What happens when you take one exceptional bourbon from every single state in America and blend them into one bottle?On this episode of the Bourbon Showdown Podcast, Jesse Jones welcomes back Lost Lantern co-founder and Head of Sourcing Adam Polonski to dive into one of the most ambitious whiskey projects ever attempted, the Lost Lantern, United States of Bourbon—the first-ever blend of whiskey from all 50 states.Adam shares the incredible journey behind sourcing whiskey from fifty different

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01:45:46

The Whiskey Bible: Noah Rothbaum

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2026/07/16

On this week's episode of The Bourbon Showdown, Jesse sits down with acclaimed whiskey writer Noah Rothbaum to explore one of the most ambitious books ever written about the world's favorite spirit: The Whiskey Bible.More than just a reference guide, The Whiskey Bible is a deep dive into whiskey's history, the legendary distilleries and brands that shaped the industry, iconic cocktails, and the stories behind the bottles we love. Noah shares what it took to research and write such a

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00:22:37

Tales of the Cocktail 2026

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2026/07/10

Every summer, the spirits world turns its attention to New Orleans for Tales of the Cocktail, one of the industry's most influential celebrations of cocktails, education, and hospitality.On this episode of The Bourbon Showdown, Jesse Jones sits down with Charlotte Voisey, Executive Director of the Tales of the Cocktail Foundation, to talk about what makes this event so special and why 2026 is shaping up to be the biggest and best year yet.Whether you're planning your first trip to Tales or

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01:09:24

Lagavulin Scotch Whisky

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2026/07/09

Greg King returns to The Bourbon Showdown for a deep dive into the legendary world of Lagavulin. From Scotland's whisky regions and what defines a true Scotch to the history behind one of Islay's most iconic distilleries, Greg shares the stories behind every sip. Along the way, we taste Lagavulin 11 Year Old Sweet Peat, the 2025 12 Year Old Special Release "Grain & Embers," and the legendary Lagavulin 16. Whether you're a longtime Scotch fan or just beginning your journey,

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00:57:15

Nicole Austin: Blade And Bow

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2026/06/18

Nicole Austin returns to The Bourbon Showdown to discuss the launch of Blade & Bow's new 12-Year Solera Reserve. We dive into the heritage of the Blade & Bow brand, the development of this highly anticipated release, and Nicole's approach to crafting one of the year's most exciting new bourbons. Then, of course, we pop the top on this new expression and take it for a test drive! If you're a fan of great whiskey, behind-the-scenes stories, and honest tasting notes, this is an

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01:12:15

Oban Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Bourbon Showdown Podcast ·

2026/06/11

On this week's episode of The Bourbon Showdown, Jesse heads across the pond to Scotland with Greg King, Diageo's Single Malt Scotch Whisky Brand Ambassador, for an in-depth look at one of Scotland's most beloved whisky's: Oban.As Season 12 continues its exploration of world-class whiskies beyond bourbon, Greg guides the conversation through the fundamentals of Scotch whisky, what legally defines it, how it compares to American whiskey, and the rich history behind the iconic Oban

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00:58:47

Talisker Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Bourbon Showdown Podcast ·

2026/06/04

This week on The Bourbon Showdown, we head back to Scotland with Diageo Luxury Brand Ambassador Ewan Morgan for a masterclass on one of the world's most iconic single malts: Talisker.Ewan takes us deep into the history of the Talisker brand, the science of ultra-aged whisky, and what it takes to guide a spirit to 30, 45, and even 47 years of maturation. Of course, we don't just talk about great whisky—we drink it. Jesse and Ewan taste through an extraordinary lineup featuring Talisker 30

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01:19:52

Redbreast Irish Whiskey

Bourbon Showdown Podcast ·

2026/05/28

Season 12 starts with a trip to Ireland as Jesse Jones welcomes Redbreast Irish Whiskey Master Blender Dave McCabe to The Bourbon Showdown Podcast!In this episode, Dave McCabe takes us deep into the world of Redbreast and Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey, exploring the rich history behind the brand, the art and science of blending, and how Redbreast continues to maintain the craftsmanship that has made it one of the premier Irish whiskeys in the world today. Dave also shares insight into the future of

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01:08:32

Bardstown Bourbon Company: Nick Smith

Bourbon Showdown Podcast ·

2026/02/27

This week on The Bourbon Showdown Podcast, we welcome Bardstown Bourbon Company back to the show as Director of Distillation & Head Distiller Nick Smith joins us in Charlotte, NC to talk all things Bardstown.Nick walks us through his journey to the head distiller chair and shares how Bardstown Bourbon Company has built a reputation for exceptional whiskey through transparency, innovation, and a bold vision from day one. As one of the OG's of this brand, Nick offers firsthand insight into how

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01:12:53

Never Say Die Bourbon

Bourbon Showdown Podcast ·

2026/02/20

This week on The Bourbon Showdown Podcast, we pop the top with the team behind the whiskey brand that has been voted the “Best in the World” — Never Say Die Bourbon. Brian Luftman from Lexington and his UK counterpart Martha Dalton sit down with us to do a deep dive on the incredible origin story behind this award-winning brand — a story that truly has everything. From horse racing and royalty to the Beatles and a transatlantic bourbon voyage. Never Say Die packs a lot of flavor into each pour and

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01:10:22

Whiskey JYPSI: Ari Sussman

Bourbon Showdown Podcast ·

2026/02/12

This week on The Bourbon Showdown Podcast, Jesse sits down with whiskey maker Ari Sussman of Whiskey JYPSI to pop the top and pour through the new LEGACY Batch 003: The Declaration.Jesse and Ari dive into the brand’s history and explore how Ari and Eric Church have worked tirelessly since day one to craft a true bourbon symphony—creating a volumetric, 3D whiskey experience with every release. Legacy Batch 3 is a perfect showcase of that passion and precision. Along the way, Ari drops a few Easter

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01:15:43

Knob Creek: Freddie Noe

Bourbon Showdown Podcast ·

2026/02/05

This week on The Bourbon Showdown Podcast, Jesse Jones sits down with — 8th Generation Master Distiller of James B. Beam Distilling Co., Freddie Noe!Jesse and Freddie dive deep into the Beam legacy while sipping on the ultra-rare Knob Creek 21 Year. Freddie shares his journey to the Master Distiller chair, the philosophy behind Booker’s, Knob Creek, Little Book, and his experimental Infinity Series, and what it takes to carry forward one of bourbon’s most iconic family lineages.It’s a flavor packed,

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00:51:40

Rabbit Hole: Kaveh Zamanian

Bourbon Showdown Podcast ·

2026/01/29

This week on The Bourbon Showdown, we’re joined by Kaveh Zamanian, Founder of Rabbit Hole Distillery. We crack open the new Amrulé Rye, finished in Maple Brûlé casks, and dive into Kaveh’s journey from hospitality and psychology to building one of Kentucky’s most distinctive whiskey brands.We talk about the evolving whiskey landscape, what sets Rabbit Hole apart, and how thoughtful branding paired with exceptional liquid creates a truly standout experience. It’s a fun, insightful conversation as we

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