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Whiskey Noobs

Whiskey Noobs, LLC

The best podcast to learn about and enjoy whiskey. Knowledge, tips, and tricks for beginners. Reviews, stories, and entertaining conversation for ALL whiskey lovers. From Bourbon to Scotch to Irish whiskey, and even some cocktails, this podcast covers it all. Learn how to drink whiskey and taste it properly, along with the host and ”Guest Noobs.” Learn to Drink, Drink to Learn. Join the Patreon: www.patreon.com/whiskeynoobs

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15:42

#181: Double Blind - American Single Malt Scores HIGH

Whiskey Noobs ·

2025/12/21

In this double blind tasting, Chris walks through a bottle without any clue what it is, giving a score out of 100 and taking some guesses along the way - this is your warning, if you don't want to know what it is, stop reading now! This episode features Courage and Conviction Cuvee Cask! This is an American Single Malt from the Virginia Distillery Company. For more info on the distiller, check out episode 125! Join the Whiskey Noobs Crew for a monthly bonus episode, free merch, and more:

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13:29

#180: Double Blind - A Rye that Doesn't Taste Like...

Whiskey Noobs ·

2025/12/14

In this double blind tasting, Chris walks through Hard Truth's Chocolate Malt release from 2023, but (in case you are new to "double blinds") it could be any bottle from the shelf! For pure, unbiased, unadulterated views about this release, listen to the full episode! Also, any time there is a review of a special release from a brand, it is worth noting that the opinion of that release (good or bad) does not necessarily reflect the opinion of the whole brand. Join the Whiskey Noobs Crew for more:

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31:45

#179: Replacements For Eagle Rare Part 2

Whiskey Noobs ·

2025/12/07

In this continuation of episode 178, Chris blinds through three MORE potential replacements for Eagle Rare in order to find the best one. In this blind, we put Eagle Rare 10yr against Middle West Spirits Bourbon, Cooper's Craft Barrel Reserve, and Evan Williams Single Barrel. Join the Whiskey Noobs Crew for more: http://patreon.com/whiskeynoobs

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35:17

#178: The Best Replacement for Eagle Rare

Whiskey Noobs ·

2025/11/30

Eagle Rare is an exceptional bourbon with one really big problem: it's hard to find anywhere! In this episode, Chris walks through a blind tasting of three similar bourbons vs Eagle Rare with Guest Noob Bryce. Is there a good, cheaper replacement? Listen to find out! Whiskeys Tasted with Eagle Rare: - Evan Williams 1783 (American Hero Edition) - Russell's Reserve 10yr - Wilderness Trail High Rye Bourbon (Bottled in Bond) Join the Whiskey Noobs Crew for more: http://patreon.com/whiskeynoobs

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36:15

#177: The Biggest MYTHS in Whiskey/Bourbon

Whiskey Noobs ·

2025/11/23

As with any topic in pop culture, whiskey is subject to a LOT of myths and stereotypes that cause confusion in the hobby. In this episode, Chris breaks down some of the biggest myths in the whiskey world as well as the underlying truths that have led to their popularity. Are women wired to naturally dislike whiskey? Does ice make your whiskey smoother? Is older whiskey better? These are the questions we will tackle in this episode. Join the Whiskey Noobs Crew for more:

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37:22

#176: The Best Bourbon in the WORLD? Spirits...

Whiskey Noobs ·

2025/11/16

Join the Whiskey Noobs Crew for more: http://patreon.com/whiskeynoobs Green River Wheated Bourbon we recently crowned the best bourbon in the world by the New York World Spirits Competition. In this episode, Chris breaks down the competition, how it works, and how you should look at the different "medals" you see advertised on whiskey bottles. Finally, the episode finishes with an honest review of Green River Wheated Bourbon and a couple of Q&As from the Whiskey Noobs Crew (Patreon). Winner

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44:47

#175: Can You Make High End Whiskey at Home? All...

Whiskey Noobs ·

2025/11/09

Support the show and access more content: http://patreon.com/whiskeynoobs Can you make high end whiskey at home? A lot of whiskey lovers have never even heard of home blending, but it is a really fun way to come up with some great whiskeys. In this episode, Chris walks through the philosophy of home blending, some misconceptions, and tips on how to get started.

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39:59

#174: WhistlePig, Boss Hog, and more with Meghan...

Whiskey Noobs ·

2025/11/02

Support the show and access more content: http://patreon.com/whiskeynoobs In this special episode recorded at the WhistlePig distillery in Vermont, Chris talks with WhistlePig's Chief Blender, Meghan Ireland, and Research and Development Distiller, Mitch Mahar, about the WhistlePig core lineup, where they get their ideas from, projects gone awry, and of course, the latest release of their ultra-premium "Boss Hog" line - Boss Hog XII - Feather & Flame. Learn more about WhistlePig:

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58:38

#173: Hank Ingram - Aging Whiskey on the Mississippi...

Whiskey Noobs ·

2025/10/26

Support the show and access more content: http://patreon.com/whiskeynoobs Once upon a time, bourbon was aged on the Mississippi River, more or less by accident. The river was a convenient means of shipping, so barrels would spend their time floating down to Louisiana, and incidentally, the whiskey would gain some age on it's journey. In 2015, Hank Ingram of the Ingram Distillery set out on a mission to bring that form of aging back into the world of whiskey and see what affect it had on the flavor

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41:22

#172: The Solo Blind Whiskey Tasting Kit

Whiskey Noobs ·

2025/10/19

Support the show and access more content: http://patreon.com/whiskeynoobs It's hard to believe that there isn't an episode on the Solo Blind yet, but here we are - if you haven't heard of it, the Solo Blind is a device that can be used to do tastings of 2, 3, or 4 whiskeys without the help of any else (patent pending). In this episode, Chris goes back to the very beginning to explain where the idea of the Solo Blind came from, how it was developed, and even where it is headed. Learn more at

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11:34

#171: Whiskey Burn Out - What To Do

Whiskey Noobs ·

2025/10/12

Support the show and access more content: http://patreon.com/whiskeynoobs We've all been there - you start a hobby, you can't get enough of it, and then one day... you've had enough. You're burnt out on your hobby. You want whiskey to have that same excitement that it used to have, but it doesn't. In this episode, Chris breaks down some of the BEST hacks to reignite your passion for whiskey and get back to feeling like its the best hobby out there.

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44:52

#170: The Whole POINT of Whiskey | All About Bottle...

Whiskey Noobs ·

2025/10/05

Support the show and access more content: http://patreon.com/whiskeynoobs Ask a room full of 100 whiskey lovers what the best part of whiskey is, and I'd be willing to bet that more than 50 of them say "the people". If you want to enjoy "the people," there is just about no better way than a bottle share! In this episode, Chris breaks down what a bottle share is, how it works, what you should bring, and some added tips for setting up your own bottle share!

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52:49

#169: Craig Beam and his New Release Jackson Purchase

Whiskey Noobs ·

2025/09/28

Support the show and access more content: http://patreon.com/whiskeynoobs Craig Beam has a long history in the world of bourbon, and now he is on to a new project with the Jackson Purchase Distillery. In this episode, Chris and Craig dig into Craig's history at Heaven Hill, his upbringing in the bourbon world, and the success of his latest project as Master Distiller at the Jackson Purchase Distillery. Learn more about Jackson Purchase: https://www.jacksonpurchasedistillery.com/

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35:35

#168: The Best Whisk(e)ys for Fall (Peated Scotch...

Whiskey Noobs ·

2025/09/21

Support the show and access more content: http://patreon.com/whiskeynoobs Fall is nearly upon us, and as the temperature changes, so do most people's drink preferences. In this episode, Chris breaks down some of the best options for fall whiskeys, followed by a crash course on peated scotch, finally culminating in a blind tasting of three peated scotches from different price ranges. You'll want to tstay for the reveal on this one... it was certainly a rollercoaster. Reviewed in this episode: -

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51:24

#167: Barrel Picks... Better than Allocated?

Whiskey Noobs ·

2025/09/14

If you enjoy this show, please take a moment to check out the Patreon page, which has bonus episodes, meet-ups, and even more: http://patreon.com/whiskeynoobs It's one of the most common questions in whiskey: How can I find *insert allocated bottle here*? What a lot of people don't realize is that there's an alternative way to get bottles that you feel are a good deal - barrel picks. At least... that was once the case. Now there are a TON of barrel picks on the market, so how can you find one that

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41:40

#166: Talk Whiskey Like a Pro

Whiskey Noobs ·

2025/09/07

If you enjoy this show, please take a moment to check out the Patreon page, which has bonus episodes, meet-ups, and even more: http://patreon.com/whiskeynoobs Whiskey labels and terms can be about as confusing as rocket science. Let's keep it simple. In this episode, Chris breaks down some of the most common terms that you will come across when talking whiskey with friends, coworkers, or strangers.

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38:57

#165: Distilleries of Ireland and Midleton Tour

Whiskey Noobs ·

2025/08/31

If you enjoy this show, please take a moment to check out the Patreon page, which has bonus episodes, meet-ups, and even more: http://patreon.com/whiskeynoobs Ireland is known for a lot of things, and of course, it's whiskey is the one of the most interesting! In this episode, Chris breaks down a few Irish distilleries and their whiskeys, gives a brief background on the history that has created the current landscape of whiskey in Ireland, and then rounds it out with a full review of the Midleton

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42:29

#164: The Perfect Whiskey Selection

Whiskey Noobs ·

2025/08/20

Patreon: http://patreon.com/whiskeynoobs If you want to have your own selection of whiskey at home for tastings, guests, etc, what is the perfect set up? How do you avoid wasting money on bottles that you won't really drink? How many bottles should you have, and how do you break that down into different types? These are the questions that Chris tackles in this episode of Whiskey Noobs, before finally giving his insight into what exactly he would keep on-hand in a perfect world.

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28:20

#163: What is a "Toasted" Whiskey?

Whiskey Noobs ·

2025/07/20

Patreon: http://patreon.com/whiskeynoobs We've all heard of them - "toasted" whiskeys, *insert bourbon name here* Toast, etc. In this episode, Chris breaks down what exactly it means for a whiskey to be "Toasted" and walks through a blind tasting of four toasted bourbons: Basil Hayden Toast, Nulu Toasted Bourbon, Elijah Craig Toast, and Penelope Toasted Barrel.

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41:07

#162: Whiskey-Based Cocktails and Drinks

Whiskey Noobs ·

2025/06/20

Patreon: http://patreon.com/whiskeynoobs Sticking with our summer theme, in this episode I walk through some of my favorite cocktails and mixed drinks that use whiskey, and I explain what to expect from them, how strong they are, and a few extra tips to make them taste better in the summer time. As always, we round it out with a Q&A from our awesome patrons!

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