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Bourbon Pursuit

Bourbon Pursuit

The Official Podcast of Bourbon! The best in news, reviews and interviews with people making the bourbon whiskey industry happen. Join hosts Kenny Coleman, Ryan Cecil, and Fred Minnick as they talk with prominent guests and provide insight on American whiskey 3 times a week. Catch all new episodes every Thursday with special Whiskey Quickie reviews on Tuesday and get caught up on bourbon news with This Week in Bourbon on Friday.

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540 - Your Questions about the Three Tier System...

Bourbon Pursuit ·

2025/11/13

This is the follow-up you asked for! We're back with Bourbon Community Roundtable number 112 to continue tackling the "spicy" and controversial topic of the three-tier distribution system. Last time, we were bombarded with questions in the chat, so this episode is dedicated to answering your submissions.Our panel dives into how consumers can actually help their favorite smaller brands get distribution, offering real-world advice on retailer outreach and using social media for buzz. We then dissect

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47:31

Behind The Pursuit: What You Missed at the First...

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2025/11/12

You’ve heard us talk about single barrels for years, but this time we’re sitting on the other side of the table. Kenny and Ryan just dropped a new round of Pursuit Series bottles — Episodes 77 through 81 — and if you’ve been following the brand since the early days, this lineup might feel like a full-circle moment. These were first unveiled during the debut of Founder Hour, a brand-new, six-seat tasting experience inside the Pursuit Spirits gift shop on Whiskey Row. Think of it as the most intimate

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Whiskey Quickie: Gin Meets Bourbon?! The Chameleon...

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2025/11/11

Blue Run is back with one of its wildest experiments yet: Glimmer, a Kentucky straight bourbon finished in Barr Hill Tom Cat Gin barrels and dressed in a flashy, color-shifting bottle. Kenny and Ryan dive into the nose, taste, and finish of this limited 103.2-proof release to find out if gin and bourbon can actually work together. Fewer than 90 cases exist, so let's see if Glimmer is worth the hunt or just a shiny distraction.DISCLAIMER: The whiskey in this review was provided to us at no cost

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45:59

TWiB: Fiscal Court regulates bio-digestion...

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2025/11/07

It's This Week in Bourbon for November 7th 2025. A Fiscal Court in Eastern Kentucky will regulate bio-digestion facilities, Shiner Bock is now entering bourbon, and Pursuit Spirits launches founder hour and 4 new single barrels.Show Notes: Old Fourth Distillery + Kitchen opens at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport, bringing Southern dining and locally crafted Old Fourth spirits to Terminal E Rowan County, KY approved a new ordinance to proactively regulate bio-digestion facilities (for distillery

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539 - Special Ops, Hemp, and Bourbon with Greg Keeley...

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2025/11/06

Here's a story that goes from the vineyards of Australia to the front lines of the military, and suddenly lands right in bourbon country. Today we're joined by Greg Keeley, the founder and distiller of Larrikin Bourbon Company. Greg’s background is wild: He’s taking us through his early days in the Margaret River wine industry and his incredible 22-year career in the military, explaining how those very different experiences shaped his philosophy on whiskey. Greg recounts the path that took him from

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6:12

Whiskey Quickie: Beyke's Blue Kentucky Straight Blue...

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2025/11/04

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Beyke's Blue Kentucky Straight Blue Corn Bourbon Whiskey 001. This 6 year old whiskey is is 111.5 proof and $80 MSRP. Let us know what you think. Cheers!DISCLAIMER: The whiskey in this review was provided to us at no cost courtesy of the spirit producer. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review. This is our honest opinion based on what we tasted. Please drink responsibly.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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44:43

TWiB: Japan’s Kirin Holdings puts Four Roses for...

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2025/10/31

It's This Week in Bourbon for October 31st 2025. Japan’s Kirin Holdings has put Four Roses up for sale, Big Thirst and Pour Now have partnered to launch an AI-driven e-commerce platform for the alcohol industry, and Hardin’s Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is releasing the Warehouse Series.Show Notes: Castle & Key Distillery named Sherrie Moore, a veteran with five decades of experience who started at Jack Daniel's, as its new Whisky Plant Manager Heritage Distilling is closing five retail

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55:41

538 - Is Kentucky's Bourbon Crown Under Threat? The...

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2025/10/30

Is Kentucky’s bourbon crown finally under threat? That’s the question we're tackling today, because there is a shift happening in the world of American whiskey right now. While the Bluegrass State still has its grip on the market, the surging production in states like New York, Texas, and Colorado is raising the question: Are we seeing something that could actually rival Kentucky's dominance? We dive into the real challenges facing out-of-state distillers, discussing how community support,

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5:58

Whiskey Quickie: Bardstown Bourbon Co. Hokkaido...

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2025/10/28

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Bardstown Bourbon Co. Hokkaido Mizunara Oak Barrel Finish Whiskey. This 9-18 year old whiskey is is 109.3 proof and $100 MSRP (375 ml). Let us know what you think. Cheers!DISCLAIMER: The whiskey in this review was provided to us at no cost courtesy of the spirit producer. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review. This is our honest opinion based on what we tasted. Please drink responsibly.Learn more about your ad choices

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TWiB: Sazerac invests more than $38 million to...

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2025/10/24

It's This Week in Bourbon for October 24th 2025. Sazerac is investing more than $38 million to expand its bottling and production, 2025 Craft Spirits Data Project results are in, and it’s not surprising, and Jack Daniel's Single Barrel Special Release Tanyard Hill Rye.Show Notes:Jefferson’s Bourbon launches "Tradition in the Breaking" campaign with actor Taylor Kitsch to highlight its unconventional approach Sazerac is investing over $38 million to expand its bottling and production capacity in

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73:59

537 - The Engineering Behind The New Heaven Hill...

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2025/10/23

If there's one distillery that truly feels like a cornerstone of the bourbon world, it has to be Heaven Hill. From Evan Williams to Elijah Craig to Larceny, their portfolio is an absolute institution. And with their 90th anniversary upcoming, there's no better time to get a look at the past, present, and future of this bourbon powerhouse. We're sitting down with Conor O' Driscoll, the Master Distiller at Heaven Hill. He's taking us on a journey through the company's remarkable history, from its

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6:33

Whiskey Quickie: Old Fitzgerald 7 Year Old...

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2025/10/21

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Old Fitzgerald 7 Year Old Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon. This 7 year old bourbon is is 100 proof and $60 MSRP. Let us know what you think. Cheers!DISCLAIMER: The whiskey in this review was provided to us at no cost courtesy of the spirit producer. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review. This is our honest opinion based on what we tasted. Please drink responsibly.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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53:33

TWiB: TTB Shutdown Plan Details, Kentucky hits 16.1...

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2025/10/17

It's This Week in Bourbon for October 17th 2025. TTB Shutdown Plan Details, Kentucky has reached an all-time high of 16.1 million aging barrels of Bourbon, and Pursuit Spirits has released Pursuit United Kodama Mizunara Bourbon.Show Notes: TTB releases shutdown plan, furloughing 398 staff and immediately halting C-label and permit approvals if federal funding lapses Casey Jones Distillery launches a "Bottle Your Own Bourbon Experience" featuring a Triple Casked Amburana finish for $89.99 A federal

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74:49

536 - Will The Three Tier System Destroy Bourbon? on...

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2025/10/16

Oh, this is a good one, y'all. We hit on one of the most polarizing and divisive topics that is in our world today, and that's distribution. Love it, hate it, whatever you want, it doesn't matter, it's not going anywhere, and it is the system that we are currently in because of the history of Prohibition, and you're going to learn about that and more. Plus, we're going to start hitting on our own trials and tribulations of living through the three-tier system and some stories from the front lines

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Whiskey Quickie: Heaven Hill Grain to Glass 2025...

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2025/10/14

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review the 2025 Heaven Hill Grain to Glass Rye Whiskey. This 6 year old rye whiskey is is 105.2 proof and $100 MSRP. Let us know what you think. Cheers!DISCLAIMER: The whiskey in this review was provided to us at no cost courtesy of the spirit producer. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review. This is our honest opinion based on what we tasted. Please drink responsibly.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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535 - Going From Acquired to an Investor With Dr. Pat...

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2025/10/09

You know, when you talk about the intersection of science and world-class whiskey, there's one person who immediately comes to mind. I am thrilled to welcome back a true pillar of the industry, the insightful Dr. Pat Heist, co-founder of Wilderness Trail Distillery, for his third visit! Dr. Heist is breaking down the full, fascinating journey of Wilderness Trail—from its incredibly dedicated early days to the huge, strategic partnership with Campari. And you know Pat and his background in

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Whiskey Quickie: New Riff High Note First Decade 10...

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2025/10/07

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review New Riff High Note First Decade Bourbon. This 10 year old bourbon is is 120.5 proof and $90 MSRP. Let us know what you think. Cheers!DISCLAIMER: The whiskey in this review was provided to us at no cost courtesy of the spirit producer. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review. This is our honest opinion based on what we tasted. Please drink responsibly.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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45:02

TWiB: A million dollars worth of whiskey stolen,...

Bourbon Pursuit ·

2025/10/03

It's This Week in Bourbon for October 3rd 2025. A million dollars worth of whiskey has been stolen from Westland, Diageo has temporarily paused whiskey production at its Balcones and George Dickel, and The Tennessee Whiskey Trail is launching the Tennessee Collective.Show Notes:Willett Distillery Executive Director Even Kulsveen passes away Westland Distillery loses 12,000 bottles (nearly $1M) in sophisticated truck heist Diageo pauses whiskey production and lays off 17 at Balcones and George

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534 - Over, Under, or Properly Rated #3 with Kevin...

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2025/10/02

The bourbon world has changed dramatically, and a big part of that is due to social media. It used to be a bunch of faceless names on some message boards but a new wave of creators is at the forefront. Today, we're sitting down with two leaders in the short-form video game, Kevin Carlson and Mike Yates. They give some insight into building a following on platforms like TikTok and Instagram, and how they’re tackling the biggest challenges of creating content today—from the struggle of video editing

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Whiskey Quickie: Star Hill Farm Whisky Review

Bourbon Pursuit ·

2025/09/30

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Star Hill Farm Whisky. This non-age stated wheat whiskey is 114.7 proof and $100 MSRP. Let us know what you think. Cheers!DISCLAIMER: The whiskey in this review was provided to us at no cost courtesy of the spirit producer. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review. This is our honest opinion based on what we tasted. Please drink responsibly.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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